I was adamant about my position and the supervisor was called. She reiterated the same thing "Switzerland is not part of the EU. Pay or leave!". She went on to say that the officer who had decided to issue the previous visa free of charge made a grave mistake! No matter how hard I tried to explain she was not to be moved, and said that her system tells her differently. By the way, she also said that had we attempted to enter France with my residence documentation I would most likely have been turned back.
So we had to pay (we already have a trip booked in 2 weeks time!). God! I am livid!!! The supervisor also said that the embassy will be willing to refund me the full fee if I can supply proof that non-EEA spouses of Swiss nationals are entitled to equal treatment as EU nationals = a free schengen visa for their non-EEA family members.
I am looking at the Europa site for clues but no mention of Switzerland just the EU (of which Switz. is not a member), also can't complain to SOLVIT/Citizen's signpost as there is no Swiss representation!
Pointers guys!!! I am seething and reeling...
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