Visa Requirements for Swiss Citizens

Visa Information for Passport Holders of Switzerland

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Freedom of Travel

Swiss passport holders can travel to 30 destinations without a visa. Identify cards or passports may be required.

  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
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    Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement (DK).
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement (in Regions of France).
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
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    Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
    In addition, Swiss citizens don't have to register, as they have the right to work.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement. (European Netherlands)
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated , remarks Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.
  • Freedom Of MovementRequirement updated .Freedom of movement.
    ID card valid.

Visa Not Required

86 destinations allow visa-free entry to Swiss citizens.

Visa On Arrival

A visa can be obtained upon arrival at 8 destinations for passport holders of Switzerland.

  • Visa On Arrival30 days
  • Visa On Arrival45 days
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    Visa On Arrival90 days
  • Visa On Arrival1 monthVisa extendable for 2 additional months issued upon arrival
    Granted free of charge at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry if there is no Israeli visa or seal, holding a telephone number, an address in Lebanon, and a non refundable return or circle trip ticket.
  • Visa On Arrival30 daysRemarks updated .
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    Visa On Arrival90 days
  • Visa On Arrival90 daysRequirement updated .90 days within any 180 day period.
  • Visa On Arrival90 daysRequirement updated .90 days within any 180 day period.

eVisa

Swiss passport allows entry to 39 destinations with an eVisa obtained prior to arrival.

  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan.
    e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL).
  • eVisitor90 daysRequirement updated .90 days on each visit in a 12-month period if granted.
  • eVisa30 days
  • eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .Must have an international vaccination certificate.
    Three types of electronic visa are offered: the e-Visa valid for 30 days for a single entry (50 EUR), the e-Visa valid for 30 days for several (multiple) entries (75 EUR), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR).
  • eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD.
  • eVisa1 monthRequirement updated .
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  • eVisa6 monthseTA required if arriving by air
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks
  • eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .Can be extended up to 90 days with a fee.
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    eVisa3 monthsRemarks updated .e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport.
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    eVisa7 days
  • eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .
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    eVisaRemarks updated .Must be arrived via Malabo International Airport, processing fee 75 USD
  • eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.
  • eVisa90 days
  • eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports
    An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year.
    Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa.
  • eVisa30 days
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • eVisa90 daysRequirement updated .
  • eVisa90 daysRemarks updated .Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance.
    eTA fee is 32.50 USD.
    Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable).
    Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.
    Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.
  • e-VoA3 monthsRequirement updated .The Liberia Visa on Arrival allows visitors to obtain a Visa upon arrival in Liberia by plane. Visitors must pre-apply for the visa online.
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated .Visitors must register their ETA on the e-Visa platform at least 48 hours before travel and pay a processing fee of 48 USD.
  • eVisa28 daysRequirement updated .e-Visa holders must arrive via Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw or Mandalay airports or via land border crossings with Thailand — Tachileik, Myawaddy and Kawthaung or India — Rih Khaw Dar and Tamu.
    e-Visa available for both tourism (allowed stay is 28 days) or business (allowed stay is 70 days) purposes.
  • eVisa3 monthsInternational Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid upon requesting an Electronic Travel Authority.
    Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure.
  • eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .
  • eVisa3 monthsRemarks updated .
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    eVisa60 daysAvailable at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul).
  • eVisa30 daysRemarks updated .
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    eVisa3 monthsRequirement updated .
  • ETARequirement updated , remarks Application can be submitted up to 30 days before travel.
    Visitors must upload a reservation confirmation(s) for each visitor's location of stay in Seychelles.
    Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.
    Payment of the fee (EUR 10) by credit or debit card.
    Valid for one journey only and it expires once exit the country.
  • eVisa30 daysRequirement updated , remarks
  • eVisaRemarks updated .Obtainable online 30 days single entry for 100 USD, 90 days multiple entry for 200 USD and 180 days multiple entry for 350 USD.
    Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel.
  • eVisaRequirement updated .
  • eVisa15 days
  • eVisa3 months
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    eVisa6 monthsRequirement updated .ID card valid until 1 October 2021.

eVisa / On Arrival

For 18 destinations, On-Arrival visa or an electronic visa / auhtorization is available to passport holders of Switzerland.

  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival14 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival1 monthRequirement updated .
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 daysRemarks updated .Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
    e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
    e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 daysRemarks updated .Visa can be obtained upon arrival, it will cost a total of 40 JOD, obtainable at most international ports of entry and land border crossings (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge).
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival3 months
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 daysRequirement updated , remarks For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD.
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 daysRemarks updated .Can be extended up to 90 days.
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival3 months / 90 daysRequirement updated , remarks Can be obtained online or on arrival for a fee of N$1,600 (approximately €82 / 88 USD).
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 days
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival3 months / 30 daysRemarks updated .
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival30 daysRemarks updated .
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 daysRemarks updated .
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    eVisa or Visa On Arrival90 daysRemarks updated .ESTA is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance.
    ESTA is also required when entering the country by cruise ship or land.
    A Form I-94 is required for entry into the United States by land. It carries a $30 fee and can be obtained either online or upon arrival.
    Visa required for nationals of VWP countries who have travelled or been present in Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria or Yemen at any time on or after 1 March 2011 (with limited exceptions), or those who have travelled or being present in Cuba at any time on or after 12 January 2021, or nationals of VWP countries who are also nationals of Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Sudan or Syria.
  • eVisa or Visa On Arrival1 monthRequirement updated , remarks Also eligible for a universal visa allowing access to Zambia.

Pre-arranged Visa Required

12 destinations require a visa obtained at an embassy or consulate prior to arrival from passport holders of Switzerland. This requirement may be waived off if Swiss citizens meet certain alternate requirements such as holding other visas or resident permits.

  • Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Application for a tourist visa to Algeria must be accompanied either by a certificate of accommodation.
    Persons may be denied entry if entering with a passport containing visas or stamps issued by Israel.
    Visitors on tours organized to some southern regions by an approved travel agency may obtain a visa on arrival for up to 30 days.
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    Visa Required
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  • Visa RequiredRemarks updated .10-day visa on arrival if holding a letter of invitation provided by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry. Visitors can apply to extend their stay for an additional 10 days.
    When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD.
  • Visa RequiredRemarks updated .Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.).

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