The Trade Office of Swiss Industries facilitates and promotes economic, cultural, educational, scientific and tourism exchanges between Switzerland and Taiwan. It also provides practical assistance to Swiss nationals in Taiwan.
Trade Office of Swiss Industries
Important Information
Based on the COVID-19 situation in Taipei, the Trade Office of Swiss Industries is open to the public by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, send a request to taipei@eda.admin.ch.
Entry to Switzerland- general information
Entry requirements: The regular entry requirements apply for people entering Switzerland from Taiwan.
Border sanitary measures: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic there are special rules for people entering Switzerland. Please refer to the information of the Federal Office of Public Health FOPH.
Entry Form
Everyone entering Switzerland must present a completed entry form (rare exceptions may apply, please refer to art. 3 of the COVID-19 Ordinance on International Passenger Transport). It is important to fill out the electronic entry form on a computer or smartphone at the earliest 48 hours before the travel in order to receive a QR code by email. This code needs to be kept at hand for inspection upon arrival in Switzerland. The controlling authority can impose a fine if the entry form is not completed or if the information provided is false.
Travelcheck
To see what rules apply to your own particular situation when entering Switzerland, consult the online Travelcheck.
COVID-19 Certificate
Under certain conditions, you could convert your vaccination certificate issued abroad into a Swiss COVID certificate by using the National COVID certificate application platform.
Entry to Taiwan
From 19 March 2020, all foreign nationals, including Swiss citizens, are banned from entering Taiwan. Only foreign nationals who hold a valid Taiwanese residence permit are allowed to enter Taiwan but are subject to a mandatory 14-day quarantine. For further information consult the Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Travel Admin App
Travel safely and relaxed with Travel Admin, the FDFA's travel app. The Travel Admin app provides ideal support in preparing a trip. The app also offers useful information and services for people travelling, not only in case of a crisis. But if the crisis does occur, the app can become a particularly valuable tool.
