Swiss visa for Czech citizens
A visa is NOT required for Czech passport holders visiting Switzerland for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Czech citizens to enter Switzerland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Switzerland e-visa for Czech citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Switzerland visa on arrival for Czech citizens | Not Available | |
Switzerland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Czech passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Switzerland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Switzerland.
If you are looking for Switzerland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Czech Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Switzerland nearest your place of residence.
- Prague: The Embassy of Switzerland in Prague, Czech Republic (Working hours: Close now)
Switzerland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Switzerland diplomatic mission offices to Czech Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Czech Republic traveling to Switzerland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Czech Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 20,659 | N/A |
| 2009 | 19,906 | -3.64% |
| 2010 | 20,707 | 4.02% |
| 2011 | 20,482 | -1.09% |
| 2012 | 20,558 | 0.37% |
| 2013 | 21,521 | 4.68% |
| 2014 | 21,979 | 2.13% |
| 2015 | 22,332 | 1.61% |
| 2016 | 22,092 | -1.07% |
| 2017 | 23,734 | 7.43% |
| 2018 | 24,869 | 4.78% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Switzerland & Czech Republic comparison
Switzerland's area is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi), while the area of Czech Republic is approximately 77,240 km2 (29,822 sq mi). This means Czech Republic is 95.47% larger than Switzerland.
As of October 2025, Switzerland's population is ~9.0 million people - 1,830,518 fewer people than the population of Czech Republic.
We have highlighted Switzerland & Czech Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Switzerland | Czech Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,974,843 | 10,805,361 | 1.8 million fewer people live in Switzerland than Czech Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 146 | 116 | Switzerland has 30 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Czech Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 142 | 141 | Switzerland passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 268 | 84 | Swiss hosts 184 more foreign missions than Czech Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Czech Republic travel to Switzerland in one year?
The number of visitors from Czech Republic visiting Switzerland in 2018 was approximately 24,869.
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