Travel advice

Travel advice for Germany

The current security situation in the country

Travel advice in brief

An overview of the content, and how it is kept up to date

Before Departure

Information for preparing your trip

Travel documents, visa and entry

Visa application procedure and applicable regulations in Switzerland

During the visit

Basic rules for your stay abroad

FAQ

Advice and information for travellers

Terrorism and kidnap

How to minimise the risks

Earthquake

What to do in case of earthquake abroad?

Radioactivity

Protective measures in the event of incidents involving increased levels of radioactivity

Consular Aid

Consular protection from the local Swiss representation

Travel links

Further information on foreign travel

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