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COVID travel restrictions: Switzerland

Susan Bonney-Cox
July 5, 2022

Anyone traveling in Europe must expect pandemic-related restrictions. Despite the omicron variant, some countries have fully relaxed restrictions. Here are the current rules for Switzerland.

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Aerial view of Zurich, Switzerland.
Switzerland dropped nearly all of its COVID-19 restrictions on February 17Image: Noppasin Wongchum/Zoonar/picture alliance

Entry regulations

The Swiss government has lifted all COVID-19 restrictions. This means those entering the country no longer need to present proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. 

Main article: What are the COVID entry rules for travelers to European countries?

COVID rules for daily life

Patrons no longer have to show a COVID-19 certificate to enter bars, restaurants, theaters, concert halls and other venues.

The government has also done away with attendance limits on large gatherings. More information here

Ski area around the Matterhorn mountain in Zermatt, Switzerland
Switzerland is a popular tourist destination at any time of the year, including for winter sportsImage: Jamey Keaten/AP Photo/picture alliance
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