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Do Portuguese passport holders need a visa for Switzerland?

Covers 11 passports and 80 destinations. Rules older than 30 days are flagged for re-check.

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We read the official notice for each pair and record the date. Nothing here is generated; a pair with no written check is not shown.

No visa. Portuguese passport holders can enter Switzerland with a valid passport or national ID.

A visa is not required. A valid Portuguese passport or citizen card/national identity card is sufficient for entry. The page does not specify a maximum stay for a short visit.

Source: Portal das Comunidades Portuguesas. Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

Visa: Not required
Documents: Valid passport or national ID; A Portuguese citizen card or national identity card is accepted.

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