Apply for Swiss passport/ID
1 tasks in suggested order
1. Apply for Swiss passport/ID
Passports and identity cards are applied for through the competent cantonal authorities; the official portal links to cantonal procedures.
When?
Apply/renew well before travel; in the event of loss, immediately contact the competent authority/police according to the official procedure.
Where / who?
Cantonal passport office or official application office according to the Swiss passport portal.
What to prepare?
Identity details and any existing old documents; further documents according to the canton/passport portal.
What to check?
Passport and identity card have separate fees/validity periods; use the cantonal appointment procedure.
Official source: Bundesamt für Polizei fedpol

