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Buying Swiss francs (CHF) before travelling to Switzerland
In Switzerland, it is easy to pay in euros, but it is not always a good idea. Many shops, hotels and restaurants accept them, although you will receive your change in Swiss francs and at the exchange rate they set themselves. In practice, you end up exchanging money twice without realising it. If you arrive with Swiss francs, you know from the outset how much you are paying. With Prosegur Change, you can reserve them online, with no commission, and collect them from one of our 18 branches in Spain before you leave.
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Currency |
Swiss franc (CHF) |
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Commission on online reservations |
0 % |
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Collection |
Free from 18 branches in Spain |
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Payment |
At the branch, by card or in cash |
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Leftover pounds |
BuyBack guarantee: €6.95 |
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Cash-free option |
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EUR
This card is issued without any funds loaded. It can be topped up once activated.
Can I pay in euros in Switzerland?
Yes, in many places. According to Switzerland Tourism, department stores, many shops, hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops accept euros. The problem comes afterwards: you will receive your change in Swiss francs and the business will apply its own exchange rate, which is rarely favourable. On local transport, at markets or in small shops in villages, it is also usual to pay in francs.
That is why the most practical option is to carry francs for small expenses and pay for the rest by card. If the card machine offers you the option to pay in euros, always choose francs: the conversion applied by the business is usually more expensive than the one offered by your bank.
Banknotes and coins
The banknotes currently in circulation in Switzerland are from the ninth series: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 1,000 francs. If you have banknotes from the previous series from an earlier trip, you can no longer use them to pay, but do not throw them away: the Swiss National Bank will still exchange them at their full value with no time limit.
The coins are 5, 10 and 20 centimes, and half a franc, 1, 2 and 5 francs. The Swiss franc is also the currency of Liechtenstein, so it will come in handy if you cross over to Vaduz.
Tipping
In Switzerland, service is already included in the price, so tipping is not compulsory. If you are happy with the service, it is customary to round up the bill or leave a few francs.
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Before leaving Spain
Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, so you can travel with your national ID card or passport. However, it is not part of the European Union, and this becomes relevant at customs.
There is no limit on the amount of cash you can bring into or take out of the country, and you do not need to declare it voluntarily. However, if an officer asks you about it and you are carrying CHF 10,000 or more, you will have to explain where the money came from and what it is for.
When leaving Spain with €10,000 or more, remember to submit the S1 form to the Spanish Tax Agency.
Traveling soon?
Here's how to easily exchange your money:
1. Select currency
Choose your currency and the amount you need. Stock guaranteed on 65 currencies!
2. Select location & date
Choose from 18 branches for a free pick up. No need to prepay your order online
3. Collect & pay
Pay by card or in cash directly at the branch upon pick-up. You're now all set for your trip!
Frequently asked questions about the Swiss franc
In many shops, hotels and restaurants, yes, but you will receive your change in francs and at an unfavourable exchange rate.
Banknotes from the eighth series can no longer be used for payments, but the Swiss National Bank will exchange them at their full value with no time limit.
No, tipping is not compulsory: service is included. It is customary to round up the bill if you were happy with the service.
Sell them back to us at a branch or use the buy-back guarantee if you purchased it.