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Switzerland information
โน๏ธย General Information about Switzerland
About Switzerland
Switzerland uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type J.
The languages that are typically spoken are German, French and Italian
Switzerland uses the Swiss franc (symbol: Fr), code CHF.Banknotes come in denominations of 1000, 200, 100, 50, 20 and 10 francs. Franc is subdivided into 100 cents. Coins come in denominations of 5, 2 and 1 francs and 50, 20, 10 and 5 cents.
Automatic teller machines are very common in Switzerland. You can find them in both large & small cities, tourist areas etc.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM โ your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Switzerland is on average 16.7 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Switzerland is very high. Most hotels, hostels, cafes, restaurants and bars have it.
You can buy a SIM card for about 30.26 CHF, which includes 1 GB of data plan. You can choose from 3 telecoms: Salt, Sunrise or Swisscom. Switzerland uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Switzerland upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
To call Switzerland, dial +, then 41 (the country code for Switzerland), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Switzerland, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 21 .
In Switzerland you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 120 km/h (74 mph) on motorways, 120 km/h (74 mph) on expressways, 30 km/h (18 mph) in residential areas, 50 km/h (31 mph) in all built-up areas and 80-100 km/h (49-62 mph) on undivided highways. Right turn on red lights is strictly forbidden unless an additional green semaphore arrow allows it. It is illegal to drive with blood alcohol content higher than 0.05%.
๐ย What time is it in Switzerland?
03:07:50
๐ย Do I need visa for Switzerland?
For American travelers a visa is not required for Switzerland
๐ค๏ธย How is the weather in Switzerland?
Temperatures in Switzerland (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Switzerland
๐ย What regulations are in Switzerland?
Health information
Import and export information
Export regulations
Prohibited weapons as described in 'Prohibited from Import'.
Pirated and counterfeited goods.
Weapons not classified as 'prohibited'.
Cultural property.
Import regulations
Tobacco:250 cigarettes; or
Tobacco:250 grams other tobacco products.
Other items:Personal effects such as clothing, sports gear, and personal electronic equipment. These goods must leave Switzerland when the traveller leaves.
Other items:30 days' worth of medicinal products for personal use only.
Other items:Safe to handle fireworks up to 2.5kg.
Other items:Vehicles for personal use may be imported without declaration by visitors.
Other items:VAT will be levied on goods where the total value exceeds CHF 300. For further information, please visit the Federal Customs AdministrationValue of goods exceeds CHF 300.
Daggers and knives with one-handed opening systems (such as flick-knives).
Weapons disguised as other objects.
Electric-shock devices.
Automatic and semiautomatic firearms.
Beating weapons, throwing weapons and slings.
Silencers and laser and night-vision devices.
Fireworks not considered safe to handle, such as those that explode on the ground.
Stolen cultural property.
Pirated and counterfeited goods. For further information, please visitStop Piracy.
Radar equipment.
Products considered to be doping substances.
Narcotics for unlawful use.
Certain plants are prohibited. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationPlants, cut flowers and protection of species (CITES).
Animal products from outside the EU are generally prohibited, with some exceptions. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationPlants, cut flowers and protection of species (CITES).
Most animal and plant species protected by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) are prohibited from importation, with some exceptions which instead require permits. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationPlants, cut flowers and protection of species (CITES).
Vehicles imported by those intending to remain in Switzerland must be declared, and are subject to regulations. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationVehicle importation into Switzerland.
Weapons not classified as 'prohibited' require a permit.
Cultural property imported from particular countries requires an official export permit from those countries. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationTransfer of Cultural Property.
CB radios intended to remain in Switzerland must be declared and assessed for clearance.
All pets are subject to importation requirements, and some are prohibited. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationDogs, cats, domestic animals.
Permits are required for animal hunting products, including live fish and spawn. For further information, please visit Federal Customs AdministrationHunting (wildlife) and fisheries.
Health regulations
It is recommended that travellers are up to date on routine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (DPT), varicella (chickenpox), polio, and yearly flu shots.
As hepatitis A outbreaks occur throughout the world and sometimes in countries with a low risk for hepatitis A, travellers should consult with their doctor prior to travel to see if the hepatitis A vaccine is necessary.
A hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for those who may have sexual contact with a new partner, who may get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
A rabies vaccination is recommended for those planning an outdoor holiday, for wildlife professionals and researchers, or for those who may come into contact with bats.
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is often reported in Europe between April and November. For further information, please visit the CDCTick-borne Encephalitis Advice.
H5N1 Avian Influenza has been reported in Switzerland. For further information, please visit the CDCAvian Flu Advice.