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Published on 15 January 2025

Switzerland to introduce permanent visa requirement for Vanuatu nationals

Bern, 15.1.2025 - From 4 February, citizens of Vanuatu will no longer be able to enter the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland) without a visa. According to the EU, citizenship programmes in Vanuatu pose a security risk to Schengen Member States. The Federal Council adopted this amendment to the Schengen acquis at its meeting on 15 January.