Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Switzerland.
Switzerland Status
WATCH
Travel to Switzerland is operating normally, including international flights and major airports. However, temporary Schengen border controls currently affect travel across the French and German borders, so travellers may encounter document checks or delays.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
France-Switzerland border controls
France currently maintains temporary internal Schengen controls covering its border with Switzerland. These controls are scheduled to remain in place through 31 October 2026. Travellers should carry valid travel documents and allow for possible checks.
Germany-Switzerland border controls
Germany currently has temporary controls on its land border with Switzerland. The current measure runs through 15 March 2027, meaning travellers crossing between the two countries may be stopped for document checks.
Flights and airports
Switzerland’s major airports continue to operate and no significant nationwide aviation disruption has been identified. Travellers should still check their individual flight before travelling to the airport.
Entry requirements
Switzerland is part of the Schengen area. Passport, visa and permitted-stay requirements depend on nationality. The Schengen Entry/Exit System is also being used for affected travellers entering and leaving the Schengen area.
Mountain travel
Weather and road conditions can change quickly in the Alps. Travellers heading into mountainous areas should check local weather, road and transport conditions before departure.
Latest Travel Changes
Temporary border controls remain active
France currently maintains temporary controls on its border with Switzerland through 31 October 2026. Germany’s temporary controls on its land border with Switzerland are currently scheduled to continue through 15 March 2027.
No major nationwide travel disruption identified
International flights, airports and ordinary tourism continue to operate normally. Switzerland’s WATCH status is primarily due to the current temporary border controls rather than a disruption to travel within the country.
Before You Travel
Check your airline and individual flight status before travelling to the airport.
Confirm the passport and visa requirements that apply to your nationality.
Carry valid travel documents when crossing between Switzerland and neighbouring Schengen countries, particularly France and Germany, because temporary border controls are currently in force.
Allow additional time for possible checks when crossing affected borders by road, rail or other transport.
Check local weather and transport conditions before travelling through mountainous areas.
Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.