Switzerland
Summary
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Switzerland’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
If you’re living in or moving to Switzerland, read the Living in Switzerland guide in addition to this travel advice.
There is an ongoing risk of theft, especially in larger cities, at Geneva airport and on trains to/from Geneva. See Crime.
If you plan skiing or hiking, check weather conditions and follow local advice. See Outdoor sports activities.
Terrorist attacks in Switzerland can’t be ruled out. You should remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities. See Terrorism
If you need to contact the emergency services, call 112 (general emergency calls), 118 (fire), 117 (police) or 144 (ambulance).
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Switzerland’s current entry restrictions and requirements. These may change with little warning. Monitor this advice for the latest updates and stay in contact with your travel provider.
If you plan to pass through another country to return to the UK, check the travel advice for the country you’re transiting.
It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.
If you’re living in or moving to Switzerland, read the Living in Switzerland guide in addition to this travel advice.
There is an ongoing risk of theft, especially in larger cities, at Geneva airport and on trains to/from Geneva. See Crime.
If you plan skiing or hiking, check weather conditions and follow local advice. See Outdoor sports activities.
Terrorist attacks in Switzerland can’t be ruled out. You should remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities. See Terrorism
If you need to contact the emergency services, call 112 (general emergency calls), 118 (fire), 117 (police) or 144 (ambulance).
If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.
The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.