CERN — The European Laboratory for Particle Physics

You will find below a summary of the rules and information
 Visa for taking up residence in France or Switzerland only for UK citizens
If you are coming for less than 90 days per period of 180 days:
No visa or work permit required for France or Switzerland.
The secretariat will issue a Convention d’Accueil (Document to allow you to work in France).
You can request the Convention d'Accueil using our dedicated web page.

If you are coming for more than 90 days
Living in Switzerland
No visa is required and related Swiss/French cards will be requested by the Users’ Office upon arrival.

Living in France

VISA D is required.
The necessary invitation letter will be issued by the secretariat and related Swiss/French cards will be requested by the Users’ Office upon arrival.
You can request the invitation letter using our dedicated web page.

You  can find all information on the CERN dedicated web page.

COVID-19 specific travel requirement for UK residents