Switzerland travel advisories

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs International Safety Information
Travel advisories Updated on July 26, 2025, 4:23 a.m.
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The following information has been provided by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information is subject to change without notice. This is not a comprehensive list, and you are urged to check the most up-to-date information and details.

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Entry information for travelers from Japan

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COVID-19 risks

Oct. 19, 2022, midnight

In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).

Aug. 24, 2022, midnight

On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).

July 25, 2022, midnight

On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.

July 1, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

May 26, 2022, midnight

Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.

April 1, 2022, midnight

The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Nov. 29, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.

Aug. 13, 2021, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

May 18, 2021, midnight

Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".

Oct. 30, 2020, midnight

As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.

Local and national news

Information for the past 30 days.

Rabies Alert (Updated)

May 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
Updated information on rabies.
Although there are no unusual circumstances such as an increase in the number of cases, rabies is still occurring around the world, mainly in Asia and Africa, so please continue to be vigilant.

[Wide Area Information] Warning about international romance scams

April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about international romance scams.

Warning about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.)

April 30, 2025, midnight wide area information
We would like to warn you about the smuggling of illegal drugs (marijuana, etc.).

Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates

Information from the past two weeks.

[Caution] Caution regarding mountain accidents

July 18, 2025, 10 p.m.
1. During the summer tourist season, the mountains in Switzerland are crowded with many tourists, but mountain accidents such as fatalities and injuries while climbing, falls into crevasses (fissures in glaciers), and missing persons occur every year, and there have been cases where Japanese people have been rescued. In particular, if you are going to do serious mountain climbing in Grindelwald, Zermatt, St. Moritz, the Matterhorn, the Mont Blanc mountain range (including France), etc., please take out appropriate overseas travel insurance before you depart, make an appropriate climbing plan in advance, listen carefully to the advice of local guides, be sure to have good equipment, and try not to push yourself too hard.
(Reference: Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) official website) https://www.sac-cas.ch/en/

2. In Switzerland, mountain railways and cable cars have become available, making it relatively easy to access high mountains over 2,000 meters, but even a short, easy hike can make you sick due to fatigue from the trip or a sudden drop in air pressure. People with weak hearts, people who are in poor health, the elderly, and small children should pay particular attention to their health and never push themselves too hard.

3. If you receive any information about Japanese nationals being injured, please contact the following number.

(Contact point)
○Embassy of Japan in Switzerland
Phone: +41-31-300-22-22
Email: consularsection@br.mofa.go.jp
Address: Engestrasse 53, 3012 Berne, Switzerland
Website: https://www.ch.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

(For enquiries concerning the cantons of Geneva, Vaud, Valais and Ticino)
○Consular Office in Geneva
Phone: +41-(0)22-716-9900
Email:consulate@br.mofa.go.jp
Address: 82, rue de Lausanne, 1202 GENEVE, SUISSE
Website: https://www.geneve.ch.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html

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