Switzerland passport · Henley rank #4 · Updated May 2026
Visa-Free Countries for Switzerland Passport 2026
Switzerland passport holders can enter 161 destinations without an embassy visa: 103 visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 19 with an eVisa. Ranked #4 on the Henley Passport Index 2026.
Pre-travel authorisations
What a Switzerland passport needs before flying
Not full visas — quick online forms layered on top of visa-free travel. Without them, airlines will deny boarding.
US ESTA
Online authorisation under the US Visa Waiver Program. Apply at least 72 hours before flying — most approvals come back within minutes.
- Fee
- USD 21
- Validity
- 2 years, multiple entries
UK ETA
Required by all visa-exempt nationals (except Irish citizens) before travelling to the UK. Apply via the UK ETA app — most decisions arrive within three working days.
- Fee
- GBP 16
- Validity
- 2 years, multiple entries
Canada eTA
Required for visa-exempt foreign nationals flying to (or transiting through) a Canadian airport. Land and sea entries do not need an eTA.
- Fee
- CAD 7
- Validity
- 5 years, multiple entries
South Korea K-ETA
Online travel authorisation for visa-exempt nationals. Some nationalities are temporarily exempt from K-ETA through the end of 2026 — check the official portal before flying.
- Fee
- KRW 10,000
- Validity
- 3 years, multiple entries
Australia eVisitor (subclass 651)
Free online authorisation for European passport holders. Apply via ImmiAccount before booking.
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 12 months, multiple entries (max 3 months per visit)
New Zealand NZeTA
Required by visa-waiver visitors and all cruise passengers. Submit through the NZeTA app — approvals usually arrive within 72 hours.
- Fee
- NZD 17 + IVL NZD 100
- Validity
- 2 years, multiple entries
Open border
Visa-free for Switzerland passport holders
103 countries — show your passport at immigration, get the entry stamp, you are in.
Europe
43Asia
14North America
22Stamped at landing
Visa on arrival for Switzerland passport holders
39 countries — get the visa stamped (and usually paid for in cash) at the airport on arrival.
South America
1Africa
26Oceania
2Apply online before flying
eVisa destinations for Switzerland passport holders
19 countries — short online form before the flight, confirmation emailed within minutes to a few days.
Embassy visa required
Where the Switzerland passport needs a full visa
These 30 destinations require a visa applied for at an embassy or consulate before travel. Plan 2 to 8 weeks for processing.
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OpenQuestions
0901How many countries can a Switzerland passport visit visa-free?
A Switzerland passport holder can enter 161 countries without an embassy visa: 103 fully visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 19 with an eVisa. Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the Switzerland passport #4 globally with a score of 190.
02Where do Swiss passport holders need a visa?
Around 30 destinations require an embassy visa applied for in advance. The list typically includes major closed or restricted-entry markets — see the full list below grouped by continent.
03What pre-travel authorisations does a Switzerland passport need?
Switzerland passport holders need to apply online before flying for: US ESTA (USD 21, valid 2 years, multiple entries); UK ETA (GBP 16, valid 2 years, multiple entries); Canada eTA (CAD 7, valid 5 years, multiple entries); South Korea K-ETA (KRW 10,000, valid 3 years, multiple entries); Australia eVisitor (subclass 651) (Free, valid 12 months, multiple entries (max 3 months per visit)); New Zealand NZeTA (NZD 17 + IVL NZD 100, valid 2 years, multiple entries). These are not full visas but they are mandatory — without them, airlines will deny boarding.
04What is the Switzerland passport ranking in 2026?
The Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the Switzerland passport #4, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 190 destinations. Rankings are recompiled quarterly using IATA Timatic data.
05How long can I stay in a visa-free country?
Most visa-free or visa-on-arrival entries grant 30, 60, or 90 days. The Schengen Area uses a strict 90-days-in-any-180 rule; some countries (Mexico, Albania) allow 180 days; others (Vietnam) cap at 45. Always confirm the per-country limit before booking long stays.
06Does a Switzerland passport need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Switzerland passport holders are visa-free for the UK for short visits, but the UK ETA is now mandatory before flying. Apply online for £16, valid 2 years.
07Does a Switzerland passport need a visa for Schengen Europe?
Switzerland passport holders can enter Schengen visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. From late 2026 the EU ETIAS authorisation will be required before each visit (€20, valid 3 years).
08What documents do I need at the airport?
A passport valid for at least 3 to 6 months beyond departure, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of funds for the planned stay. Some countries also ask for travel insurance.
09Where is the data sourced from?
Visa rules are compiled from the Henley Passport Index 2026, the IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the destination's official immigration portal, then cross-checked against the issuing-country foreign office. Data last verified May 2026.
Methodology
Last verified May 2026. Compiled by Max at TripMemo from the Henley Passport Index 2026, IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the issuing country’s foreign office, EDA Reisehinweise. Visa policy can change at short notice — confirm specific entry rules on the destination’s official immigration site within two weeks of departure.
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