Swiss visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Switzerland for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Switzerland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Switzerland e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Switzerland visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Switzerland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Switzerland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Switzerland.
If you are looking for Switzerland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Switzerland nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of Switzerland in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Manchester: The Consulate of Switzerland in Manchester, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Cardiff: The Consulate of Switzerland in Cardiff, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Belfast: The Consulate of Switzerland in Belfast, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Edinburgh: The Consulate General of Switzerland in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Guernsey: The Consulate General of Switzerland in Guernsey, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
Switzerland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Switzerland diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Switzerland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 724,123 | N/A |
| 2009 | 674,428 | -6.86% |
| 2010 | 688,627 | 2.11% |
| 2011 | 695,726 | 1.03% |
| 2012 | 738,322 | 6.12% |
| 2013 | 681,528 | -7.69% |
| 2014 | 1,067,437 | 56.62% |
| 2015 | 709,925 | -33.49% |
| 2016 | 674,428 | -5.00% |
| 2017 | 702,825 | 4.21% |
| 2018 | 738,322 | 5.05% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Switzerland & United Kingdom comparison
Switzerland's area is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 6.12 times bigger than Switzerland.
As of April 2024, Switzerland's population is ~8.9 million people - 60,414,396 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Switzerland & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Switzerland | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 8,910,798 | 69,325,194 | 60.4 million fewer people live in Switzerland than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 146 | 222 | Switzerland has 76 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 139 | Switzerland passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 268 | 348 | Swiss hosts 80 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Switzerland in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Switzerland in 2018 was approximately 738,322.
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