Do you need a visa to visit Switzerland?
Visa requirements can change at any time. Before making travel plans, consult with the nearest Swiss embassy or consulate, or check the web site of the foreign ministry of Switzerland.
Entry under European treaties
Nationals holding passports from the following countries can freely enter Switzerland:
Visa-free entry to Schengen area
Nationals holding passports from the following countries can enter Switzerland and remain in the Schengen area for up to 90 days out of any 180-day period:
- Andorra
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Canada
- Chile
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Holy See (Vatican)
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Israel
- Japan
- Macau
- Macedonia
- Malaysia
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- South Korea
- United Arab Emirates
- Uruguay
- USA
- Venezuela
All other visitors
Holders of other passports, or travelers wishing to remain in the country for longer periods, should contact the nearest embassy or consulate to obtain a visa.