Western Europe
Switzerland (CHE)
4 series · 4 pieces · 4 with images
50% of Switzerland pieces in collection (2 / 4)
Series complete 2 · partial 0 · wanted 2 · of 4 series
StatusCurrent state
CapitalBern
LanguageFrench, German, Italian
CurrencySwiss franc
First emission21 March 1963
Scouting since1912
AssociationSwiss Guide and Scout Movement ↗
The issuing authority
Switzerland issued its first postage stamps in 1843. Swiss Post is the postal administration. The capital is Bern. Current issues are denominated in Swiss franc.
Scouting
The national Scout organisation is Swiss Guide and Scout Movement, with origins in 1912. It is the body recognised by the World Organization of the Scout Movement (member since 1922).
