Swiss Alps travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Swiss Alps with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Swiss Alps.

Swiss Alps travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the Swiss Alps with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

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Swiss Alps weather

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The Swiss Alps weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Zermatt.

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Swiss Alps travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Swiss Alps from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

No travel advice for the Swiss Alps is currently available.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Swiss Alps.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Swiss Alps travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Swiss Alps with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

No travel health information for the Swiss Alps is currently available.

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Swiss Alps covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Swiss Alps with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

No Covid-19 updates for the Swiss Alps are currently available.

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Swiss Alps travel features

Do you want to learn more about the Swiss Alps? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Swiss Alps.

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Swiss Alps FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Swiss Alps including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Switzerland?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Switzerland. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the time difference between the Swiss Alps and the UK?

The time difference between the Swiss Alps and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

Do you need a visa for the Swiss Alps?

No, UK passport holders do not need a visa to enter the Swiss Alps.

Check Switzerland visa requirements for all passport holders with VisaHQ* and iVisa.com*.

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