Are Nintendo Switch game cards region-locked?

With the exception of systems and game cards distributed in the Chinese region, Nintendo Switch game cards are not region locked.

Can Nintendo Switch play games from a different region?

Although Nintendo Switch software sold in regions outside of the Americas may work with Nintendo Switch systems sold in the Americas, we have not tested all overseas software with systems from all regions and cannot guarantee full service and support. Therefore, we recommend that players purchase software that is specifically made for their Nintendo Switch system's region.

You can identify the supported region by checking the game packaging or by going to the game's software menu options, under Software Information and then Support Information.

Please note that systems and games distributed in the Chinese region are not compatible with systems and games distributed in the Americas.

Can I access the Nintendo eShop for another region?

The Nintendo eShop country on Nintendo Switch will be determined by the country settings in your Nintendo Account.

Users who relocate to a new country can change their country of residence in their Nintendo Account settings after agreeing to the Nintendo Account User Agreement and acknowledging the Privacy Policy for their new country. This will change the country for the Nintendo eShop upon the next connection.

Please note that your Nintendo eShop account balance does not carry over if you change your Nintendo Account country. Also note that the Nintendo eShop for the Chinese region is not compatible with systems distributed in the Americas.

Can I use a Nintendo eShop prepaid card from another country or region on my system?

Nintendo eShop cards are compatible only for the Nintendo eShop country or region where they were intended to be sold. If you purchased a Nintendo eShop prepaid card for a different country or region, we cannot replace it, exchange it, or offer a refund.

Can DLC for one region be used with the same software title from another region?

DLC will work with games that are released for the same region as the DLC.

Can I use Nintendo Switch in another country/region?

Although it may be possible, there are different factors to consider such as voltage requirements, wireless communication requirements, warranty coverage, etc. To ensure proper performance, service, and support, Nintendo recommends using the Nintendo Switch console in the country where it was purchased.

Can I use accessories purchased overseas?

Although some accessories may work, we cannot ensure compatibility between systems and accessories for all regions.

To ensure proper service and support, Nintendo recommends using Nintendo Switch licensed accessories in the same country where they were purchased.

Use of unlicensed accessories may void the system's limited warranty.

Can I get my system serviced under warranty in another country/region?

No, the limited warranty is applicable only within the country/region where the system was intended to be sold.

To ensure proper performance, service, and support, Nintendo recommends using the Nintendo Switch console in the country where it was purchased.