No, 50% window tint is not universally legal in Switzerland. Swiss traffic regulations mandate front-side windows to transmit at least 70% of light, while rear windows may vary by canton. Non-compliance risks fines up to CHF 120 and mandatory removal, with 2026 EU-aligned revisions tightening enforcement.
Key Regulations for 50% Window Tint in Switzerland
- Front-side windows: Must allow ≥70% light transmittance (VLT), rendering 50% tint illegal. Enforced by the Federal Roads Office (OFROU) under Verordnung über die technischen Anforderungen an Strassenfahrzeuge (VTS).
- Rear windows: Permitted if ≥30% VLT, but cantonal rules may impose stricter limits (e.g., Geneva bans tint entirely). Check local Strassenverkehrsamt directives.
- Medical exemptions: Require prior approval from cantonal authorities, documented by a physician, and are vehicle-specific. No blanket exceptions exist for 50% tint.