Danish visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swiss passport holders visiting Denmark for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter Denmark for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Denmark e-visa for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Denmark visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
Denmark tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Denmark.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Denmark.
If you are looking for Denmark visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Denmark nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Denmark in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now)
- Zurich: The Honorary Consulate of Denmark in Zurich, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now)
- Basel: The Honorary Consulate of Denmark in Basel, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now)
Denmark visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Denmark diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Denmark from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 123,376 | N/A |
| 2009 | 119,519 | -3.13% |
| 2010 | 121,583 | 1.73% |
| 2011 | 109,276 | -10.12% |
| 2012 | 108,915 | -0.33% |
| 2013 | 110,385 | 1.35% |
| 2014 | 132,444 | 19.98% |
| 2015 | 134,470 | 1.53% |
| 2016 | 139,075 | 3.42% |
| 2017 | 160,295 | 15.26% |
| 2018 | 164,462 | 2.60% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Denmark & Switzerland comparison
Denmark's area is approximately 42,430 km2 (16,382 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 7.37% smaller than Denmark.
As of October 2025, Denmark's population is ~5.9 million people - 3,081,278 fewer people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Denmark & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Denmark | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,893,565 | 8,974,843 | 3.1 million fewer people live in Denmark than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 89 | 146 | Denmark has 57 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 142 | Denmark passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 160 | 268 | Danish hosts 108 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Denmark in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Denmark in 2018 was approximately 164,462.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 59 minutes
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