Switzerland for citizens of Finland

🔑 How to enter to Switzerland from Finland

To enter Switzerland, Finnish citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Switzerland, check whether your Finnish passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Switzerland and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Finnish passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Finnish passport.

✅ Requirements for Finnish citizens to visit Switzerland with tourist visa

• Finnish citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Switzerland. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Finnish citizens on the territory of Switzerland is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Finland require a visa to visit the Switzerland?

   Finnish citizens do not need a visa to visit the Switzerland.

2. What happens if a Finnish passport holder stays in Switzerland longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Switzerland is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Switzerland is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

3. Do citizens of Finland need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Switzerland without a visa?

   Swiss immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

4. What documents are required for Finnish citizens to enter Switzerland without a visa?

   Finnish citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Switzerland.

5. Can Finnish work or study during the visa-free stay in Switzerland?

   The Switzerland visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Switzerland Finnish citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.