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Do citizens of Switzerland need a visa for France?

Visa-free

No. Switzerland passport holders can enter France without a visa.

Entry rule
Visa-free
Length of stay
Not specified
Where to get it
No visa needed
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Document checklist: Switzerland → France

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

France missions in Switzerland

EmbassyBern

Embassy of France, Bern

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Address
Schosshaldenstrasse 46, 3006 Bern
Phone
+41-31-359-21-11+41 31 3592111
Email
presse@ambafrance-ch.org
Website
ch.ambafrance.org
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 08:30-12:30,14:00-17:30
Also covers
Liechtenstein
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
67
Visas issued
52
Refused
10
Refusal rate
16.1%
Multiple-entry share: 48%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
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See all: France missions in Switzerland (5)

Switzerland missions in France

  • Embassy of Switzerland, ParisEmbassy · Paris · +33 1 49 55 67 00See all
  • Consulate General of SwitzerlandConsulate General · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 72 75 79 10See all
  • Consulate General of SwitzerlandConsulate General · Marseille · +33 496 10 14 10See all
  • Consulate General of SwitzerlandConsulate General · Strasbourg · +33 3 88 35 00 70See all
Switzerland embassy & consulates in France

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Switzerland need a visa for France?

No. Switzerland passport holders can enter France without a visa. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Switzerland stay in France?

Our data gives no day limit for this route. Check the official source before you travel.

Where is the France embassy in Switzerland?

The France embassy in Switzerland is located at Schosshaldenstrasse 46, 3006 Bern, Bern.