Switzerland Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF) to INR Travel Guide

Switzerland Currency: A Quick Glance

• Official currency: Swiss franc
• Currency code: CHF
• Currency symbol: CHF / Fr.
• 1 Swiss franc to INR: 1 CHF ≈ ₹119.35
• Subdivision: 1 Swiss franc = 100 centimes
• Banknotes: CHF 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 1,000
• Coins: 5, 10, 20 centimes; ½, 1, 2 and 5 francs
• Issued by: Swiss National Bank (SNB)
• Used in: Switzerland and Liechtenstein
• Are cards accepted: Yes. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Switzerland.
• Is cash accepted: Yes. CHF cash is accepted, and carrying some cash is useful for smaller payments and as a backup.

Swiss Franc vs Euro

Swiss Franc to Indian Rupee Exchange Rate

Swiss Franc Denominations: Notes and Coins

Can Indians Use Indian Rupees in Switzerland?

Can You Use Euros in Switzerland?

Should You Carry Cash or Use a Card in Switzerland?

Currency Exchange In Switzerland: Where Can Indians Exchange INR for Swiss Francs? 

• Banks in India: Buy Swiss francs through authorised banks. Compare their quoted rate, service fee, and the final CHF amount before paying.
• Authorised forex dealers: Compare rates from RBI authorised money changers and ask what you will actually receive after all charges.
• Airport forex counters: Handy for last-minute exchange, but check the rate elsewhere before changing a large amount here.
• Swiss banks and exchange offices: Work well for exchanging currency once you are in Switzerland, mainly in bigger cities and at stations and airports.
• ATMs in Switzerland: You can withdraw Swiss francs with most international debit or credit cards. Your Indian bank may charge an international withdrawal fee or foreign-exchange markup.

How Much Swiss Franc Cash Can Indians Carry to Switzerland?

• Indian foreign-exchange rule: For travellers going to Switzerland, foreign currency notes and coins can generally be issued up to USD 3,000 or the equivalent per visit within the applicable travel entitlement. The broader foreign-exchange limit is separate from the cash-note limit.
• Swiss border rule: Switzerland does not impose a maximum amount of cash that you can bring into the country. However if you are carrying CHF 10,000 or more, Swiss customs officials can ask for details about your identity, the source of the money, its intended use and the beneficial owner.
• For Indian travellers: Do not confuse Switzerland's CHF 10,000 threshold with India's foreign-currency cash limit. They apply to different parts of the journey.
• Before departure: When arranging Switzerland currency in India, buy CHF through an authorised bank or money changer and retain the exchange documentation.
• For most trips: There is usually little reason to carry your entire Switzerland budget as physical cash. A combination of CHF cash and an international card is more practical.