To get the best exchange rate in Switzerland, it is best to use your credit card as often as possible - and pay 'in current currency' when doing so. Bank ATMs are my only recommended place to get CHF to avoid unnecessary additional fees and the best exchange rate. These are widely available throughout Switzerland.

CREDIT CARDS & ATM'S:

In Switzerland, the plugs are type J, the standard voltage is 230V, & the standard frequency is 50Hz. I recommend buying this adapter for US to Switzerland (note this is a different plug than the rest of Europe and the UK). 

PLUGS:

The official currency in Switzerland is the Swiss Franc (CHF).

CURRENCY:

Switzerland has 4 official national languages spoken in its country:  German, French, Italian, and Romansh with German being the language used the most. 

LANGUAGE:

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