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Compulsory federal exercise

🎯 What is compulsory shooting? - Procedure and rules explained

The compulsory shooting programme in Switzerland has a long tradition and was introduced as early as 1874 with the Federal Act on Off-Duty Shooting. It obliges all men and women fit for military service to take part in regular shooting exercises in order to maintain their marksmanship and strengthen Switzerland's military readiness.

Even today, the programme is an integral part of the Swiss militia army and helps to promote the tradition of marksmanship.

ℹ️ On our site you will find the current datesthe exact procedure and important Details of the Obli 2025.

📅 Shooting dates & times for the Obli (Schützenhaus Berg am Irchel)

Day date Location Time
Wednesday 30 April 2025 Berg a. I. 18:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 11 June 2025 Berg a. I. 18:30 - 20:30
Wednesday 9 July 2025 Berg a. I. 18:30 - 20:30

How does the compulsory shooting programme work?

🔽 You can find the full programme with all the details here:

Shot type Disc
Practice shots (voluntary) A5 disc
5 single shots A5 disc
5 single shots Disc B4
2 shots rapid fire Disc B4
3 shots rapid fire Disc B4
5 shots rapid fire Disc B4

Notes:

🔹 The order can be reversed - first B4, then A5.

How many points do I have to achieve in the mandatory shooting?

At the obligatory shooting programme In Switzerland, fixed Minimum requirementsOn 300 metres must be at least 42 points can be achieved. A maximum of three zeros permitted.

If the required number of points is not achieved, the programme can be at most twice in the same Shooting club repeated - an exception applies only in the case of a Change of residence.

📌 Important: The Compulsory off-duty shooting cannot be used during a Repetition course (WK) or an FDT service be fulfilled.

When and where can I fulfil the shooting obligation?

The shooting obligation must be fulfilled between the 1 April and 31 August 2025 in one recognised shooting club in Switzerland be completed.

📅 The dates and locations throughout Switzerland can be found online at: Compulsory shooting dates.

📝 What do I need to bring with me?

  • Bring along:
    • Request letter with adhesive labels
    • Service booklet
    • Shooting booklet or military service record
    • Official identity card
    • Personal service weapon with cleaning kit
    • Personal hearing protection

ℹ️ Our experienced marksmen will support you to ensure safe and successful shooting.

📌 Missed the obligatory shooting - what now?

If you have the Compulsory shooting until 31 August you have not completed, you will be Reshooting course called up. This is unpaid and does not count as compulsory service.

Anyone who also misses this call-up must expect legal consequences. According to the Military Penal Code, repeated absences can result in Fines of up to 1,000 francs.

Keep an eye on your appointments to avoid unnecessary hassle!

📌 Further information:

ℹ️ Further details on compulsory shooting can be found on the official website of the Swiss Armed Forces:

Explanatory video: From registration to the last shot - the procedure on the shooting range

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