EU Commission Confirms Entry/Exit System Exempts Swiss Nationals from Biometric Registration
Swiss Embassies Publish Unified Visa Guidance, Detailing Schengen, National and Transit Categories
Germany Warns of Ongoing French Border Checks Affecting Swiss-France Crossings
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New Live Dashboard Lets Ticino Commuters Check Chiasso Border Wait Times in Real Time
A new real-time dashboard published on 27 July offers 15-minute updates on car-queue lengths at the Chiasso Centro border, benefiting thousands of Italian G-permit holders who commute daily to Ticino. The data helps employers manage punctuality, supports compliance with revised labour rules and aligns with cross-border tax-residency reforms.
Fourth summer heatwave triggers climbing warnings on Swiss peaks
A fourth Saharan heatwave is set to push Alpine freezing levels towards 5,000 m, prompting Swiss mountain guides to suspend climbs on the Matterhorn and other peaks. The heat has already closed some glacier ski areas and is triggering cancellations across the adventure-travel sector. Businesses planning field work or incentive trips in the Alps are advised to review duty-of-care measures and expect sudden route or hut closures.
Last day of Zurich–Basel TGV cancellations as French engineering works end
Planned track works in France that forced the cancellation of several daily Zurich–Basel TGVs end on 26 July, restoring the normal timetable from 27 July. Companies should note that a second wave of works is scheduled for mid-August to late October, likely to cause fresh delays and diversions.
Geneva Airport reminds travellers of nightly Ferney tunnel closure
Geneva Airport has reiterated that the Ferney tunnel, a key access route from France, is closed nightly (Sun–Thu, 22:00-05:00) for long-term tram construction. Passengers using the airport’s French Sector or arriving late at night need to allow extra time and follow sign-posted diversions via Vireloup customs.