Swiss visa for Estonian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Estonian passport holders visiting Switzerland for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Estonian citizens to enter Switzerland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Switzerland e-visa for Estonian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Switzerland visa on arrival for Estonian citizens | Not Available | |
Switzerland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Estonian 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 Estonia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Switzerland nearest your place of residence.
- Tallinn: The Consulate General of Switzerland in Tallinn, Estonia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 12 minutes)
Switzerland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Switzerland diplomatic mission offices to Estonia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Estonia traveling to Switzerland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Estonia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21,520 | N/A |
| 2009 | 20,735 | -3.65% |
| 2010 | 21,570 | 4.03% |
| 2011 | 21,335 | -1.09% |
| 2012 | 21,415 | 0.37% |
| 2013 | 22,418 | 4.68% |
| 2014 | 22,895 | 2.13% |
| 2015 | 23,263 | 1.61% |
| 2016 | 23,013 | -1.07% |
| 2017 | 24,723 | 7.43% |
| 2018 | 25,905 | 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 & Estonia comparison
Switzerland's area is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi), while the area of Estonia is approximately 42,390 km2 (16,366 sq mi). This means Estonia is 7.27% larger than Switzerland.
As of October 2025, Switzerland's population is ~9.0 million people - 7,643,666 more people than the population of Estonia.
We have highlighted Switzerland & Estonia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Switzerland | Estonia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,974,843 | 1,331,177 | 7.6 million more people live in Switzerland than Estonia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 146 | 44 | Switzerland has 102 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Estonia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 142 | 139 | Switzerland passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 268 | 62 | Swiss hosts 206 more foreign missions than Estonia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Estonia travel to Switzerland in one year?
The number of visitors from Estonia visiting Switzerland in 2018 was approximately 25,905.
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- Travel time: 4 hours 16 minutes
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