Switzerland Visa RequirementsFor North Macedonia passport holders
Switzerland is a Schengen member (though not an EU state) that allows North Macedonian citizens to visit visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Great news! North Macedonia passport holders can enter Switzerland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required. Switzerland uses the Swiss franc, not the euro. Standard Schengen entry rules apply. Proof of sufficient funds is particularly relevant given Switzerland's high cost of living.
Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
North Macedonia to Switzerland: What You Need to Know
Switzerland participates in Schengen through bilateral agreements with the EU. Zurich, Geneva, and Basel are home to significant international organizations and a North Macedonian diaspora. Switzerland has contributed to stability-building programs in the Western Balkans through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). North Macedonian citizens gained Schengen visa-free access in 2009.
Practical Tips
Switzerland is one of the more expensive European destinations. Geneva and Zurich are major international transit hubs. Count days in Switzerland toward the 90-day Schengen total.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do North Macedonian citizens need a visa to visit Switzerland?
No. Switzerland is a Schengen member (though not an EU state) and North Macedonian passport holders can visit visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Is Switzerland part of the EU?
No. Switzerland is not an EU member but participates in the Schengen Area through a series of bilateral agreements with the EU.
What currency does Switzerland use?
Switzerland uses the Swiss franc (CHF), not the euro.
Do days in Switzerland count toward the Schengen 90-day total?
Yes. Switzerland is a full Schengen Area participant and all days there count toward the shared 90-in-180-day limit.