Egyptian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Swiss passport holders visiting Egypt for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Egypt.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Egypt.
If you are looking for Egypt 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 Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of Egypt in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 41 minutes)
- Geneva: The Consulate General of Egypt in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 41 minutes)
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 158,618 | N/A |
| 2009 | 153,691 | -3.11% |
| 2010 | 181,258 | 17.94% |
| 2011 | 122,511 | -32.41% |
| 2012 | 144,428 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 118,345 | -18.06% |
| 2014 | 124,205 | 4.95% |
| 2015 | 117,893 | -5.08% |
| 2016 | 67,828 | -42.47% |
| 2017 | 105,225 | 55.14% |
| 2018 | 144,428 | 37.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Egypt & Switzerland comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 25.37 times smaller than Egypt.
As of November 2025, Egypt's population is ~112.3 million people - 103,285,998 more people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted Egypt & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 112,260,841 | 8,974,843 | 103.3 million more people live in Egypt than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 146 | Egypt has 15 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 142 | Egypt passport holders visit 126 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 268 | Egyptian hosts 109 fewer foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 144,428.
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- Travel time: 6 hours 16 minutes
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