These are the requirements for entering Switzerland with a dog, based on a departure from Germany/the EU. Requirements can change — always confirm with the relevant authority before you travel.
Yes, ISO, before vaccination
Yes – primary vaccination ≥21 days prior
EU pet passport
Listed dogs: muzzle + short leash; permit per canton
AMICUS (Swiss dog database) registration mandatory; listed dogs: liability insurance, permit
None (listed third country; EU-like)
No
Keine
No tapeworm requirement
Keine
CANTONAL: Geneva 15 banned breeds, Valais 12, Zurich list (incl. pitbull, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, mastiff types). Check the canton before travel!
CANTONAL PATCHWORK: breed legal in one canton, banned in another; check transit canton (e.g. Geneva/Valais); stay limit 30/90 days
Max. 5 pets; written non-commercial declaration
Authority: BLV (Bundesamt für Lebensmittelsicherheit u. Veterinärwesen)
Check your specific route & airlines →For informational purposes only. Regulations change frequently — verify with the relevant authorities before travel.