Switzerland
China
China visa for Swiss citizens
Entry requirement
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ch.china-embassy.gov.cn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Chinese citizens travelling to Switzerland
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Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Swiss citizens planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Swiss citizens can stay in China
Swiss citizens may stay in China for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to China.
China’s neighbours for Swiss citizens
Laos, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam admit Swiss citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Swiss citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Switzerland
Switzerland requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for China?
Swiss citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in China?
Swiss citizens can stay in China for up to 30 days.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Switzerland requires Chinese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Swiss citizens enter China visa-free?
Yes, Swiss citizens can enter China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.