New student checklist
Get ready for the next chapter in Crans-Montana
New student checklist
Get ready for the next chapter
Complete
the checklist
On receiving your offer of a place at Les Roches:
In the weeks before you leave:
Before your departure:
Payment
Pay the fees according to the payment scheme
Upon receipt of your acceptance package, make the necessary arrangements to complete the payments according to the proforma invoice received.
Visa
Application
Who needs to apply for a visa for Switzerland?
Depending on your nationality, it is likely that you will need to apply for an entry visa to study in Switzerland.
EU/EFTA Nationals
If you hold a passport from a country in the European Union (EU) or from a European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member state, you do not need to apply for a study visa (Type D visa- for a stay over 90 days).
Non-EU/EFTA Nationals
If you do not hold a passport from one of these countries, you must apply for a study visa (Type D visa- for a stay over 90 days) to enter Switzerland.
If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa to enter Switzerland, please check with your Educational Counselor or visit the website. →
If you need to apply for a visa: Please check the visa document received in your acceptance package, or the documents on our website →
When & how should I apply?
You should apply for your study visa as soon as you receive your acceptance package. It can take up to three months to obtain your visa, so please make an appointment with the Swiss Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence as soon as you receive your acceptance package.
Book your accommodation
Collect your visa when ready
Once you have presented all the documents for the visa, you will have to wait for notification before returning to the Embassy / Consulate to have the original entry visa (sticker) stamped in your passport and to ensure that all formalities have been completed. The final issuance of the visa remains at the discretion of the Swiss authorities regardless of an acceptance decision by the school.
You should receive the original entry visa at the Embassy / Consulate where you applied. However, if you need to pick it up in a different place, you must inform the Embassy / Consulate (as well as your Educational Counselor) when you apply.
Book your flight tickets
After having received your visa to enter the country, please remember to book your flight/train ticket to arrive exactly on the date shown in your acceptance letter.
Arrivals
Arrival form
Please complete the arrival form on the applicant portal at least 10 days prior your arrival. If you need to be picked up, an organized bus will drive you to the campus. Please note this service is available only if arriving on official arrival dates.
Campus registration hours
Campus registration is open from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm on official arrival days (see your acceptance letter). Students who arrive outside of these times/dates, will be handed keys to a dorm room upon their arrival and will need to complete their full check-in procedure the following day.
Arrivals
Arrivals by plane
We look forward to welcoming students at our welcome booth in Geneva Airport between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm, on official arrival days (see your acceptance letter).
Students who arrive outside of these times/dates, will have to arrange their own transportation to campus (see below) or stay in a hotel overnight and return during opening hours. This also applies to students whose flights are delayed and arrive after the welcome booth has closed.
Arrivals by train
We can arrange to pick you up at the Sierre train station on official arrival days, during registration hours.
Arrivals by car
If you are coming by car, make sure to arrive on official arrival days, during registration hours.
Emergency numbers
Please take note of this emergency phone number that will only be in service on the arrival days, for you to reach us in case of delays or difficulties.
Phone: +41 79 916 15 70
Connect with us
Chat with one of our student ambassadors to get an insight into life at Les Roches or to ask any question you want: ambassadors@lesroches.edu
Professional image policy
Packing list
Business attire
- 2-3 suits (blazers with matching trousers/skirts), in dark colors
- 7-10 shirts or blouses
- Neck ties matching the suit (required for men)
- Thin sweaters or vests
- Dark color socks and skin or black color stockings
Practical arts attire
All undergraduate semester 1 students will receive a full set of uniforms as part of their practical arts apparel which is to be worn during the entire first semester.
Casual attire
- Shirts: t-shirts, polos, blouses.
- Pants/skirts: trousers, khakis, jeans, skirts.
- Sweaters/sweatshirts: light and warm sweaters and sweatshirts, V-necks to wear with suit
- Coats: one for rain or wind, one for colder nights
- Sleep wear
- Sports wear
- Swimsuit
Clothing for Cultural Night
Traditional attire, or clothing representing your country.
Formal wear
A dress or two for ladies, or nice trousers and a shirt for gentlemen.
Shoes
- Pair of comfortable black leather shoes.
- Set of black trainers
- Pair of nice high heels for ladies
- Pair of business shoes for men
- Pair of flip-flops or slippers.
Practical arts attire
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, hairbrush, gel, hairdryer, etc.
- Medication
- Nail clippers
- Personal laptop
Other items
- International adapter
- Cash in CHF - We recommend that you arrive with at least CHF 100 in cash to cover any immediate purchases that you would like to make before boarding the bus.
- Small luggage (cabin size) for field trips
- Small bag or backpack for weekend trips/carrying books etc.
What documents do you need to bring?
- Two passport-sized photographs in color (biometric standard, size: 3.5 x 4.5 cm), with your family name and first name written on the back of each photograph
- Passport
- 2 photocopies of your valid passport
- ID
- Visa (if applicable)
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