How can you differentiate the digit 0 (zero) from the letter O in the document number of the passport and the identity card?
The digit 0 (zero) contains a dot in its center, the letter O does not contain a dot.
For questions about ordering a pass-port/an identity card or what to do if you lose your passport/identity card contact the passport office in your canton of residence.
For general questions about the Swiss passport or identity card you can send us an e-mail or call us on 0800 820 008. The line is open from 9 to 11 a.m. and calls are free of charge.
Statutory provisions
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Federal Identity Documents Act
(SR 143.1)
(not available in English) -
Federal Identity Documents Ordinance
(SR 143.11)
(not available in English) -
Ordinance of the FDJP on Identity Documents for Swiss Nationals
(SR 143.111)
(not available in English) - ICAO Traveller Identification Programme (TRIP)
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Specifications Extended Access Control (EAC)
(not available in English)
- Swiss Government PKI
- Integration of biometric features in passports and travel documents
- Standards for security features and biometrics
Travelling on a Swiss passport
Travellers are advised to enquire at the appropriate embassy or consulate in Switzerland about the provisions for entering or transiting a country.
Foreign Representations in Switzerland
You can find helpful information on the FDFA website about the security situation in various countries and travelling abroad.
FDFA travel advice
Place of origin
Your commune no longer exists – New place of origin
If you cannot find your commune when submitting your online application, go to the following link:
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List of communes that no longer exist
(This document is not available in English)
Documentation Passport / IDC
Photographs
The new Swiss identity card
Photographs
Last modification 11.04.2023