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EU/EFTA citizens do not need a visa to enter Switzerland, but long stays require a permit

Published: 04.03.2026

EU/EFTA citizens with a valid recognised identity document may enter Switzerland without a visa. Stays exceeding 90 days require authorisation from the cantonal migration authority; arrivals must register with their municipality within 14 days and before starting employment.

According to the sources, EU/EFTA citizens can enter Switzerland without a visa, but long-term residence still requires a separate permit. For relocation, this means preparing the required documents and registering within 14 days of arrival, with registration required before employment begins. The rule primarily affects EU/EFTA workers and others planning to stay in Switzerland for more than 90 days. It is worth checking before moving because the registration deadline is a concrete procedural requirement for starting residence and work lawfully.