Visas & Entry formalities
Every traveler must have a valid passport. Visas are required for a continuous stay of more than three months.
If your stay is shorter than three months you only need to bring your valid passport with you. This applies to citizens of the following countries: countries of the American Continent (except Belize, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Peru), Europe, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. For information on visa, permanent residence as well as on work permits and business matters, please contact the Swiss Consulate General located nearest you.
Information on visas (French, German or Italian only)
Address
Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA)
Bundeshaus West
CH-3003 Bern
Tel. +41 (0)31 322 21 11
Fax +41 (0)31 323 40 01
Rapid response unit +41 (0)31 323 30 99
E-Mail [email protected]











