Don’t forget to buy Swiss Francs before your departure to Switzerland
Planning a trip to Switzerland? The first step is to consider getting the local currency, Swiss Franc (CHF). Switzerland is a very advanced country, but this does not mean that bank cards are accepted as a means of payment in all circumstances. It is therefore advisable to have some cash during your stay. It is also recommended to plan a travel budget as this will give you an idea of the amount of NZD to CHF you want to interchange. Buy your travel money at an attractive cost with Prosegur Change before your departure.
Practical tips for planning your budget
The average tourist's budget in Switzerland is 338 swiss francs per day. Your accommodation will cost you about 86 CHF for a youth hostel and about 146 CHF for a 3* hotel.
In Switzerland when you want to tip, you can round up to the nearest franc or two. If the service was very good, you can even count 10% of the bill.
If you want to treat yourself to a restaurant or two during your trip, it will cost you between 14 and 39 swiss francs. National and regional dishes include Älplermagronen, Rösti, Birchermüesli, Appenzell gingerbread and other Swiss specialities.
86-146 CHF
Average cost of a one night stay
14-39 CHF
Average food budget per person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Switzerland
2-5.50 CHF
Public transport ticket
2-6 CHF
The price of a cup of coffee
0 - 10 CHF
Admission to the Zurich National Museum
6 CHF
A typical Swiss Meal, Rosti
8 CHF
A taxi ride in Geneva and Zurich
10 - 15 CHF
Admission to the Museum of Art and History
Some suggestions for your stay
- You should definitely go to these places : the chic winter sports resort of Verbier, located in the French-speaking Valais region of Switzerland, with its 4 Valleys, 80 lifts and more than 400 kilometers of pistes.
- The Glacier Express is a train that runs from St. Moritz to Zermatt via the towns of Chur, Andermatt and Brig, offering some of the most spectacular scenery you will ever see.
- Do you want to be breathless? Here are a few places to visit: Lake Brianz, Bernese Oberland, a short hike that will offer you multiple landscapes, relaxing lakes and beautiful waterfalls. You will find small villages full of charm not far away. Jungfrojoch, the lake of the four cantons, Lausanne, Bern, Lugano, Geneva and others.
- Lucerne is also a beautiful city to visit, and is known for its nightlife with countless clubs and bars.
Some facts about the Swiss Franc (CHF)
Denominations of the Swiss Franc
- Notes: 10CHF, 20CHF, 50CHF, 100CHF, 200CHF, 1000CHF
- Coins: ½ CFH, 1CHF, 2CHF, 5CHF, 5¢, 10¢, 20¢
The official Swiss franc as we know it today, was introduced in 1850. Its symbol CHF is derived from its Latin name being the "Confoederatio Helvetica" and the "f" is simply to indicate the word franc.
Switzerland is the only country in Europe currently using the franc, while other countries such as France, Belgium and Luxembourg now use the euro.
Why buy CHF with Prosegur Change?
Choosing Prosegur Change to exchange your currency means enjoying exceptional exchange rates on more than 40 different currencies, as well as 0% commission on your transaction. This allows you to avoid hidden bank fees and the high exchange rates found at airports.
To get your CHF at the best price, nothing could be easier: reserve them on our website and we will automatically apply our exclusive exchange rates and 0% commission. When placing your order, select the exchange office of your choice where you can pick up your CHF for free and leave with your travel money before your departure.
FAQs
Any questions regarding our currency exchange services? Please read those FAQs to get all the answers you're after.
- What is the current NZD to CHF exchange rate?
We update our exchange rates daily to be competitive and make sure our customer enjoy the best price. You can visit our exchange rate page to easily see the exchange rates applied on NZD to CHF currency exchange.
- How long does it take to exchange NZD to CHF?
Exchanging NZD to CHF with Prosegur Change is easy and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.
- How can I exchange NZD to CHF online?
Select CHF as the destination currency, choose the amount of NZD you want to pay or the amount of CHF you need to see the price of your transaction. You can then proceed to the payment of your money exchange. After your order has been confirmed, you can come to pick it up at one of our branches in New Zealand.
If you have other questions, feel free to contact us and our team will do their best to assist you as quickly as possible.
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