Indian visa for Swiss citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Swiss passport holders visiting India for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swiss citizens to enter India for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | India e-visa for Swiss citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | India visa on arrival for Swiss citizens | Not Available | |
India tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swiss passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in India.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from India.
If you are looking for India visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Switzerland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of India nearest your place of residence.
- Bern: The Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 50 minutes)
- Zurich: The Consulate General of India in Zurich, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 50 minutes)
- Geneva: The Consulate General of India in Geneva, Switzerland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 50 minutes)
India visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest India diplomatic mission offices to Switzerland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Switzerland traveling to India from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Switzerland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 68,151 | N/A |
| 2009 | 66,667 | -2.18% |
| 2010 | 74,510 | 11.76% |
| 2011 | 81,386 | 9.23% |
| 2012 | 84,856 | 4.26% |
| 2013 | 89,887 | 5.93% |
| 2014 | 169,080 | 88.10% |
| 2015 | 171,364 | 1.35% |
| 2016 | 187,953 | 9.68% |
| 2017 | 200,505 | 6.68% |
| 2018 | 224,757 | 12.10% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
India & Switzerland comparison
India's area is approximately 2,973,190 km2 (1,147,954 sq mi), while the area of Switzerland is approximately 39,516 km2 (15,257 sq mi). This means Switzerland is 75.24 times smaller than India.
As of April 2024, India's population is ~1.4 billion people - 1,425,741,760 more people than the population of Switzerland.
We have highlighted India & Switzerland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| India | Switzerland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,434,652,558 | 8,910,798 | 1.4 billion more people live in India than Switzerland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 186 | 146 | India has 40 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Switzerland. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 142 | India passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 466 | 268 | Indian hosts 198 more foreign missions than Switzerland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Switzerland travel to India in one year?
The number of visitors from Switzerland visiting India in 2018 was approximately 224,757.
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