Description

Swiss citizens can visit El Salvador without a visa for short stays of up to 90 days. Entry is granted under the Central America-4 Border Control Agreement (CA-4), which also covers Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. This agreement allows travelers to move between the four countries without additional visas or formalities, making El Salvador an easy gateway for exploring Central America. Our Travel Authorisation El Salvador service helps Swiss travelers understand the entry rules, avoid overstays, and ensure smooth travel.

Entry process and timing:
Upon arrival, Swiss citizens receive a tourist entry stamp in their passport. This normally grants a stay of up to 90 days within the CA-4 region, not just El Salvador. The 90-day allowance applies across all four member countries combined. Travelers must ensure their passport is stamped correctly and comply with onward travel and accommodation requirements.

Entry requirements for Swiss citizens include:

A valid Swiss passport with at least six months’ validity beyond the intended stay
Proof of onward or return travel
Proof of sufficient funds for the visit
Evidence of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)

Health and insurance requirements:

No mandatory vaccinations if arriving from Switzerland directly
Yellow fever vaccination is required if coming from, or transiting through, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission
COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, though health checks at airports remain possible
Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation

Customs and border rules:

Currency over US $10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared
Duty-free limits apply for alcohol, tobacco, and personal items
Routine passport and baggage checks are common at entry points

Stay limits and extensions:
Swiss citizens may stay in El Salvador, and the CA-4 region combined, for up to 90 days without a visa. Extensions are possible and must be requested at El Salvador’s immigration authority before the initial period expires. Overstaying may result in fines and difficulties when exiting or re-entering the CA-4 area.

El Salvador offers a mix of Pacific beaches, volcanic landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. With our Travel Authorisation El Salvador service, Swiss visitors benefit from expert guidance, reminders about CA-4 rules, and practical support to ensure a trouble-free journey.