A visa is not necessary for private passportholders with a Swiss or Liechtenstein Nationality travelling to South Africa for holidays and short business trips. However, passports must be valid for no less than 30 days (one month) after the expiry of your intended stay in South Africa.
Countries exempt from South African visas
Do I need a visa to visit South Africa for a holiday?
South African Embassy
Alpenstrasse 29
CH-3006 Bern
PH +41(0)31 350 13 13
FX +41(0)31 351 39 44
Emergency PH +41(0)79 652 56 85
Embassy office hours
Monday – Thursday:
08:00 – 12:30 / 13:15 – 17:00
Friday:
08:00 – 14:00
Consular office hours
Monday – Thursday:
09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00
Visits by appointment only