Switzerland Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
93
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
93
Visa required in advance
105

Switzerland's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Switzerland tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Switzerland Visa-Free (93)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Switzerland without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Switzerland Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - adult

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourceeda.admin.ch ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - child 6-11 years

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourceeda.admin.ch ↗

    EUR 45 (~$51)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - child under 6

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourceeda.admin.ch ↗

    Free

  • Schengen airport/short-stay transit visa

    Single/multiple transit, per Schengen rulesofficial sourceeda.admin.ch ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (business purpose)

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourceeda.admin.ch ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Switzerland Transit Visa

Switzerland publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa

Required for certain nationalities transiting through a Swiss international airport without entering Schengen territory, remaining in the international transit zone.

~$99apply online

Fee EUR 90 (standard Schengen visa fee). Required only for nationalities listed on the common Schengen Airport Transit Visa list. Travelers with a valid Schengen visa, residence permit, or valid visa from specific countries (USA, Canada, Japan, etc.) may be exempt.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Switzerland Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Switzerland?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Switzerland visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Switzerland tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Switzerland without a visa?

93 countries can visit Switzerland without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Switzerland.

How do I apply for a Switzerland tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Switzerland, you typically need to apply at a Switzerland embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Switzerland without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Switzerland varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Switzerland Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Switzerland visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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