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  • Departure and PCR test

    Can I perform a PCR or antigen test at Genève Aéroport?

    Yes, Genève Aéroport has a testing centre on premises. It is open 7 days a week and receives people by appointment.

    • More information about the COVID-19 testing centre at the airport

    I want to go to France, do I have to take a PCR test?​

    Travelers aged 11 or over wishing to enter French territory by air from a country in the European area will have to present a negative PCR test carried out 72 hours before departure. Concretely, at Genève Aéroport, the PCR test will be checked before departure, whether they enter from the France sector or from the international side.

    • More information about the COVID-19 testing centre at the airport

    On arrival in France, it is strongly recommended that you self-isolate for seven days, then undergo a second virological screening test (RT-PCR) at the end of this seven-day period.
    A certain number of documents (declaration on honor, certificate of international travel, etc.) may be required upon entering French territory depending on the origin.
    Find out about the formalities in force in France.

    How do I know if a test is necessary to reach my destination?

    Plusieurs pays et compagnies aériennes exigent un test PCR négatif de moins de 72 heures et parfois, comme les Pays-Bas à compter du 23 janvier 2021, demandent également un test antigénique réalisé avant le vol.

    • Veuillez donc vous informer avant votre vol auprès de votre compagnie aérienne.
    • More information about the COVID-19 testing centre at the airport

    Where can I find information on the risks or restrictions associated with my destination?

    The list of countries that announce flight or passenger nationality restrictions is updated daily. It is important to check with your airline whether or not your flight is maintained.
    The regulations governing entry into the country can change very quickly. For information related to access to countries and potential constraints currently in force, you can consult:

    • the European Union’s official website for European countries
    • the website of the embassy or consulate of your destination country

    The Swiss Federal Office of Public Health has compiled a list of recommended sites to consult before travelling.

    The website www.traveldoc.aero also provides current travel conditions and constraints according to departure and arrival airport.

  • Arrival at Genève Aéroport: I live / stay in Switzerland

    I am a passenger who has stayed in a state or territory with a high risk of infection, can I enter Switzerland?​

    Since 8 February 2021, if you return from a state or area with a high risk of infection, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details via the electronic personal data registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.
    • quarantine yourself for ten days. You can end this quarantine early by presenting to the competent cantonal authority the negative result of a test (rapid antigen or PCR) carried out at your own expense after seven days. However, until the tenth day, you must wear a face mask outside your accommodation or place of accommodation and keep a distance of at least 1.5 meters from other people.

    Upon your arrival on Swiss territory, you must, within 48 hours, declare your arrival to the competent health authorities of the canton of residence or stay. In Geneva, the declaration is made to the cantonal doctor's service via an electronic form.

    People in transit, that is, people who only enter Switzerland to cross it with the intention and the possibility of continuing their journey directly to another country, are not subject to quarantine. However, please check the restrictions for your destination country.

    I am a passenger who has stayed in a state or area that is NOT at high risk of infection, can I enter Switzerland?

    Since 8 February 2021, if you return from a state or area that is NOT at high risk of infection, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details using the electronic personal data registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.

    Children under 12 do not have to provide proof of a negative PCR test when entering Switzerland and before boarding an aircraft.

    You are not subject to quarantine.

    Which passengers arriving from a state or territory witha high risk of infection are exempt from quarantine?

    The persons exempt from quarantine are passengers who:

    • enter Switzerland only to cross it with the possibility of continuing their journey to another country: in this case they are transit passengers.
    • have stayed in a state or area at high risk of infection for less than 24 hours as a transit passenger.
    • have travelled to a state or area at high risk of infection for professional or medical reasons and who have not been able to postpone their trip, provided that the stay did not exceed five days.
    • who can provide proof that they have already contracted SARS-CoV-2 in the last three months prior to entering Switzerland and that they are considered to be cured.

    More information about the exceptions.

    I am a passenger who has passed through an area with a high risk of infection, can I enter Switzerland?

    Yes, even if you are a passenger who has passed through a state or zone placed on the list of territories at risk, you can enter Switzerland, and without compulsory quarantine, because it is the country of departure that is taken into account .
    Additionally, people who have stayed in a state or area with a high risk of infection for less than 24 hours as a transit passenger are exempt from quarantine.

    Since 8 February 2021, if you return from a state or area with a high risk of infection, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details via the electronic personal data registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.

    Children under 12 do not have to provide proof of a negative PCR test when entering Switzerland and before boarding an aircraft.

    When I arrive at Genève Aéroport, will customs allow me to enter Switzerland?
     
    Since 31 August 2020 onwards, passengers on flights from a country at risk can no longer enter Switzerland via another country. It is the airport of departure and no longer the transit airport that is taken into account. On the other hand, passengers on flights from a third country that is not considered to be at risk may enter Switzerland, even if they have made a stopover in the airport of a country at risk, provided they have not left the international transit zone of that airport. Further information (Coronavirus: Switzerland adapts its entry requirements for transit air travel).

    You can find answers to the main questions concerning refusal of entry, free movement of persons and suspension of the granting of visas on the State Secretariat for Migration SEM website.

    Entry into Switzerland remains subject to certain restrictions for non-Swiss nationals. Find out about entry restrictions for people from all countries, except Liechtenstein.
    Since 15 June 2020, current entry restrictions have been lifted for all Schengen States.

    Entry restrictions will be lifted since 20 July 2020 for 14 other countries as well as for European Union (EU) member states that are not part of the Schengen area.

  • Arrival at Genève Aéroport: I live / stay in France

    I am a returning passenger from a state or territory with a high risk of infection, can I go through the France sector / international sector and reach my home in France?

    To enter Switzerland first, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details via the electronic personal contact details registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.

    Secondly, to go to France, you must find out what the formalities are in force in France.

    I am coming from a state or territory with a high risk of infection, and I would like to rent a car in Geneva before returning to France, is this possible?

    Yes, it is possible to arrive by plane from a state or territory with a high risk of infection and rent a car in Geneva before leaving immediately for Europe. The quarantine requirement does not apply to passengers in transit. It is also possible to rent a car in the France sector when arriving from France.

    To go to France, you must find out about the formalities and health measures that apply to you.
    Travelers aged 11 or over wishing to enter French territory by air from a country in the European area will have to present a negative PCR test carried out 72 hours before departure.A certain number of documents (declaration of honor, certificate of international travel, etc.) may be required upon entering French territory depending on the origin.

    Find out about the formalities in force

  • Arrival at Genève Aéroport: I pass through Switzerland

    I am coming from a state or territory with a high risk of infection, can I enter Switzerland to reach another country?

    Passengers who enter Switzerland only to cross it with the option of continuing their journey to another country are transit passengers. Passengers in transit are exempt from quarantine. However, please check the restrictions for your destination country. Please check the restrictions concerning your destination.

    Since 8 February 2021, to enter Switzerland, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details via the electronic personal contact details registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.

    I am arriving from a state or territory with a high risk of infection, and I would like to rent a car in Geneva before returning to Europe, is this possible?

    Yes, it is possible to arrive by plane from a state or territory with a high risk of infection, hire a car in Geneva before leaving immediately for Europe. The quarantine requirement does not apply to transit passengers. Please check the restrictions for your destination country.

    On the other hand, since 8 February 2021, to enter Switzerland, you must:

    • before entering Switzerland, register your contact details via the electronic personal contact details registration form or on the contact cards provided by the OFSP.
    • submit a negative PCR test less than 72 hours old. The check is done before getting on the plane.

  • Departure: flight and destination information

    How do I know if my flight, to or from Geneva, is being maintained or cancelled?

    Passengers are requested to contact their airline to find out the status of their flight or to ask any questions regarding their reservation. The arrivals/departures pages of the day and the ‘GVApp application also inform them of the status of their flight.

    Where can I find information on the risks or restrictions associated with my destination?

    The list of countries that announce flight or passenger nationality restrictions is updated daily. It is important to check with your airline whether or not your flight is maintained.
    The regulations governing entry into the country can change very quickly. For information related to access to countries and potential constraints currently in force, you can consult:

    • the European Union’s official website for European countries
    • the website of the embassy or consulate of your destination country

    The Swiss Federal Office of Public Health has compiled a list of recommended sites to consult before travelling.

    The website www.traveldoc.aero also provides current travel conditions and constraints according to departure and arrival airport.

    Are there any specific health measures taken by airlines? Is it mandatory to wear a mask?

    After decision of the Federal Council, wearing a mask is mandatory from 15 August 2020 in commercial planes departing and arriving to Switzerland. This measure, already applied by several airlines for some time, concerns all scheduled and charter flights.
    For additional measures which would be taken by certain airline companies, passengers are responsible for ensuring they are up-to-date with any modalities concerning their trip (temperature measurement before boarding, declaration of absence of symptoms, possible quarantine procedure on arrival, etc.).
    Please contact your airline before your flight.

    How much time in advance do I have to come to take a flight?

    As it stands, and given the still low volume of passengers at Genève Aéroport, there is no difficulty in completing formalities before boarding, customs included.

    It is not necessary to arrive more than two hours before take-off.

    Can I check in my baggage in advance?

    Until further notice, it is not possible to check in baggage 24 hours in advance as in normal activity. Online check-in is recommended, or if this is not possible, when the ticket office opens, i.e. two hours before the flight.

    What are the possible destinations from Geneva and with which airlines?

    To facilitate your search for information, please consult the page www.gva.ch/reprise, which will inform you of current destinations from Genève Aéroport.

  • Measures implemented by Genève Aéroport

    What measures have been taken at Genève Aéroport against the Coronavirus / COVID-19?

    At the request of the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH), Genève Aéroport has developed a detailed protection plan to be put in place to guarantee the health and safety of its employees, passengers and visitors. The plan is based on the Federal Council’s epidemiological and health guidelines as well as on aviation-specific recommendations from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) is responsible for ensuring that the relevant rules are correctly applied.
    In this case, individual responsibility, hand hygiene, wearing of a mask and respect for social distancing as far as possible remain the watchwords in the light of the evolution of the pandemic.

    • Social distancing and wearing a mask
      Since Tuesday 28 July 2020, the wearing of a mask is compulsory at Genève Aéroport. All public areas are concerned (terminal, lifts, shops, restaurants, etc.). This measure follows the decision of the Geneva State Council (24.07.2020) to require the wearing of a mask in all businesses and hand disinfection for anyone entering a facility or establishment open to the public. New procedures are applied to minimise contact with passengers.
      To respect the social distancing necessary in waiting areas, one seat out of two remains unavailable; stickers and floor markings indicate the maximum capacities of lifts and specific locations. Buses that carry travellers on the apron also operate with limited capacity during off-peak periods. In order to protect both employees and passengers, the counters are equipped with plexiglass, in particular in the following places: check-in, Visitors Centre, security checks, reception, GVAssistance reception.
    • Flow and traffic in the terminal
      Markings on the ground with stickers and posts in the queues are a reminder of social distancing. Arrows on the ground precisely indicate the direction of passenger flow, in order to avoid crossovers as much as possible. Posters and loudspeaker messages remind the public of the health and safety instructions to be observed. Genève Aéroport staff and site partners ensure compliance with health measures.
    • Hand hygiene and enhanced cleaning
      Passengers have access to disinfectant dispensers at key points (main terminal entrances, security checks, boarding gates, etc.). In order to avoid any risk of spreading, a professional cleaning service ensures the disinfection of stair handrails, door handles, lift buttons, switches, taps, reception desks, trays for objects at the passage of security and counters.
      Compliance with the measures recommended by the health authorities will largely depend on the individual responsibility of all. Violations of certain measures to combat the epidemic are explicitly listed as offenses and can thus be punished by fines. The fines will vary between 50 and 200 CHF depending on the offense and will make it possible to penalize people who, for example, do not wear a mask in public transport, in stations, at stops as well as in front of and in establishments and facilities accessible to the public. The implementation of the protection plan is also based on an important information system. Inside the airport, FOPH posters, messages and flyers are regularly distributed so that everyone has access to the latest information. The check-in screens display the hygiene and protection measures to be respected. It is up to everyone to consult the GVApp, Twitter or frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the gva.ch website before embarking on a trip, as the situation changes from day to day.

    Are passenger paths and departure flows changed?

    As of December 1, 2020 and for an undetermined period, the French sector for processing passengers is closed. The Franco-Swiss mixed Commission temporarily authorized this measure so that flights departing to a French destination are processed on the Swiss part of the airport. Baggage check-in, security checks and flight boarding are therefore carried out in the main part of the airport. Information via screens and signage is in place to guide passengers.

    For more information, see the full press release.

    Are Genève Aéroport's shops and restaurants open?

    The shops the restaurants are closed as from 2 November 2020, except chemists, banks, foreign exchange office, take away food and drinks, duty free. This situation may change.
    Details of reopening dates and times will be communicated on this page: Shops & Restaurants section of our website.

  • Warning

    The questions and answers listed  below are provided for information purposes only. Given the rapidly evolving situation, Genève Aéroport cannot be held responsible for the incorrect dissemination of information or the delay in updating it. Thank you for your understanding

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