In a major boost for British travelers, a landmark trade deal between the UK and Switzerland has scrapped roaming charges, making international calls and data usage significantly cheaper. The £5.2 billion agreement, negotiated by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, also includes improved border crossing procedures, with British nationals set to experience shorter passport queues at Swiss airports and border crossings. One of the most notable benefits of the deal is the introduction of e-gates, which will allow travelers to use automated exit checks, starting with Zurich airport later this year and expanding to Basel and Geneva airports in 2024. This deal is likely to be one of Prime Minister Starmer's last major international agreements, marking a significant milestone in UK-Swiss relations.
Roaming charges also scrapped and trading terms continue for medicines, cars, art, jewellery and other goodsBritish nationals can expect shorter passport queues at Swiss airports and border crossings after a £5.2bn trade deal was sealed by Keir Starmer, likely his last big international agreement as prime minister.As part of the deal they will be able to use e-gates from later this year, starting with exit checks at Zurich airport and with Basel and Geneva, a leading airport for business and winter sports travel, to follow next year. Continue reading...
