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If you are planning international travel at this time, please read our COVID-19 related travel advice here, alongside our destination specific travel advice below.

Exercise increased caution

Exercise increased caution in Switzerland (level 2 of 4).

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Switzerland

Terrorism
Terrorist groups, including individuals returning to Europe from areas of conflict, and individuals adhering to varioius forms of extremist ideologies, continue to make threats to conduct attacks in Switzerland and across Europe. 

New Zealanders in Switzerland are advised to keep themselves informed of potential risks to safety and security by monitoring the media and other local information sources. We recommend following any instructions issued by the local authorities and exercising vigilance in public places.

Crime
Petty crime such as bag snatching and pickpocketing occurs in Switzerland with reports increasing, especially in larger cities, in tourist areas, at airports and on public transport. Petty crime mainly occurs at railway stations and on trains. We advise New Zealanders to be alert to their surroundings at all times and take steps to safeguard and secure their personal belongings.

Civil unrest
Demonstrations and protests occur occasionally in Switzerland and may disrupt local public services and transport. New Zealanders are advised to avoid all demonstrations, protests and large public gatherings as even those intended as peaceful have the potential to turn violent with little warning.

General travel advice
New Zealanders travelling or living in Switzerland should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place that includes provision for medical evacuation by air. You should check your policy to ensure that you are covered for all activities you intend undertaking in Switzerland, such as adventure sports.

New Zealanders in Switzerland are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

 

Travel tips

• Travel to Europe
• Abolition of border controls in Europe
• For current health alerts

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The New Zealand Embassy Berlin, Germany is accredited to Switzerland

Telephone +49 30 206 210 Email nzembber@infoem.org Web Site http://www.mfat.govt.nz/germany Hours Mon - Fri 09.30 - 1300, 1400 - 1600 Note For consular assistance in Switzerland, Telephone: +41 22 929 0350

New Zealand Consulate-General Geneva, Switzerland

Street Address 2 Chemin des Fins, Grand Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland Postal Address P O Box 334, 1211 Geneva, Switzerland Telephone +41 22 929 0350 Fax +41 22 929 0377 Email mission.nz@bluewin.ch Hours Mon - Fri 0830 - 1230 hrs

See our regional advice for Europe