Exchange foreign driving licence

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1. Exchange foreign driving licence

Foreign driving licences are subject to official exchange rules after taking residence in Switzerland; cantonal road traffic offices are responsible.

When?

A foreign driving licence must generally be exchanged within 12 months after taking up residence if you want to continue driving.

Where / who?

Cantonal Strassenverkehrsamt.

What to prepare?

Foreign driving licence, identity/residence evidence and cantonal forms/eye test or further evidence as required.

What to check?

Depending on the issuing country, a test drive or additional evidence may be required.

Official source: Bundesamt für Strassen ASTRA

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