Swiss visa for UAE citizens
A visa is NOT required for UAE passport holders visiting Switzerland for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter Switzerland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Switzerland e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Switzerland visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
Switzerland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Switzerland nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Switzerland in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Dubai: The Consulate General of Switzerland in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Switzerland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Switzerland diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Switzerland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 24,963 | N/A |
| 2009 | 24,053 | -3.65% |
| 2010 | 25,021 | 4.02% |
| 2011 | 24,749 | -1.09% |
| 2012 | 24,841 | 0.37% |
| 2013 | 26,004 | 4.68% |
| 2014 | 26,558 | 2.13% |
| 2015 | 26,984 | 1.60% |
| 2016 | 26,694 | -1.07% |
| 2017 | 28,678 | 7.43% |
| 2018 | 30,050 | 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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
Switzerland's area is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 2.12 times bigger than Switzerland.
As of October 2025, Switzerland's population is ~9.0 million people - 1,523,818 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Switzerland & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Switzerland | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 8,974,843 | 10,498,661 | 1.5 million fewer people live in Switzerland than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 146 | 101 | Switzerland has 45 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 142 | 128 | Switzerland passport holders can visit 14 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 268 | 127 | Swiss hosts 141 more foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Switzerland in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Switzerland in 2018 was approximately 30,050.
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