Switzerland
Swiss Confederation
📋 Key Facts
| Capital | Bern |
| Region | Western Europe, Europe |
| Population | 9,082,848 |
| Languages | French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh |
| Best Time to Visit | Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar (skiing) |
| Timezones | UTC+01:00 |
🛂 Visa Requirements for Australians
✅ Visa-Free Entry
Maximum Stay
90 days
Schengen zone — visa-free up to 90 days in 180
Check Smartraveller for latest →💰 Currency & Exchange Rate
💸 Daily Travel Costs (AUD)
Estimated per-person daily spend including accommodation, food, transport & activities
Budget
~$140Mid-Range
~$310Luxury
~$775🧮 Trip Cost Estimate
| Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $977 | $2,170 | $5,425 |
| 14 days | $1,953 | $4,340 | $10,850 |
| 21 days | $2,930 | $6,510 | $16,275 |
Estimates based on typical traveller spending. Excludes flights.
📈 AUD to CHF — 12 Month Trend
| Date | 1 AUD = |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | 0.5267 CHF |
| 2025-05-24 | 0.5334 CHF |
| 2025-06-24 | 0.5269 CHF |
| 2025-07-24 | 0.5232 CHF |
| 2025-08-24 | 0.5202 CHF |
| 2025-09-24 | 0.5235 CHF |
| 2025-10-24 | 0.5180 CHF |
| 2025-11-24 | 0.5220 CHF |
| 2025-12-24 | 0.5278 CHF |
| 2026-01-24 | 0.5387 CHF |
| 2026-02-24 | 0.5479 CHF |
| 2026-03-24 | 0.5499 CHF |
💡 Exchange Rate Insight — AUD to CHF
Best Rate (12m)
0.5523
Mar 2026
Worst Rate (12m)
0.5180
Oct 2025
Current
0.5499
Mar 2026
12m Average
0.5316
✅ Above average
Now is a relatively good time to exchange AUD to CHF. The current rate is above the 12-month average.
🧳 Travel Tips for Australians Visiting Switzerland
- Travel Advisory: Exercise normal safety precautions — always check Smartraveller before booking
- Visa: Schengen zone — visa-free up to 90 days in 180
- Currency: The local currency is Swiss franc (CHF). At current rates, 100 AUD ≈ 55 CHF
- Best time to visit: Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar (skiing)
- Languages: French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh
- Budget: Expect to spend ~$310 AUD/day for a mid-range trip
- Time zone: UTC+01:00
- Travel insurance: Always get comprehensive travel insurance. Medicare does not cover you overseas (except in most countries)
🛡️ Travel Insurance for Switzerland
Medicare does not cover Australians overseas. Get comprehensive travel insurance before your trip to Switzerland.
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