Embassy of Switzerland in Kuwait

Services

Contact the responsible Swiss representation or consulate when you want to register or unregister as a resident, when you need a new passport, have moved or wish to apply for citizenship. The entire selection of services offered can be found in the dropdown menu to the right. The contact details of the responsible Swiss representation are shown on the corresponding page.

Swiss citizens who get into difficulties abroad, also can ask for advice and help from the Swiss representative.

Reorganization of consular affairs in Kuwait

The Embassy of Switzerland in Kuwait informs that, as of December 1st, 2015, the Embassy of Switzerland in Doha/Qatar will handle all consular services (legalizations, passports) for Swiss citizens residing in Kuwait.

The Embassy of Switzerland in Doha / Qatar can be reached as follows:

Mail Visa: doh.gcc@eda.admin.ch

General: doh.vertretung@eda.admin.ch

Telephone: +974 4020 3400

Fax: +974 4020 3402

Address: Embassy of Switzerland to Qatar and Bahrain

Villa 60, Wadi al Humra Street 807

Area 66, Al Dafna

Doha / Qatar

Postal address Embassy of Switzerland

P.O. Box 23745

Doha - Qatar

The above mentioned changes are implemented in the context of the general reorganization of the worldwide diplomatic and consular network of Switzerland.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Embassy of Switzerland, Kuwait

Embassy of Switzerland in Kuwait

The embassy premises in Kuwait — Embassy of Switzerland in Kuwait © Swiss Embassy, Kuwait

As the official representation of Switzerland, the Embassy covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between the two countries. It represents Swiss interests in the areas of political, economic, financial and legal affairs, as well as science, education and culture.

The tasks of the embassy

Information for Swiss citizens

Many countries, including Switzerland, are adapting their entry rules in line with the current epidemniological situation. From 6 July, it will be compulsory to wear a face mask on public transport throughout Switzerland. In addition, travelers from certain regions (including Kuwait) will have to go into quarantine.

For further information, please follow the link below Current Situation Switzerland

The Federal Council (Swiss Government) called on Swiss travelers (tourists and business travelers) to return home: press release

For all those traveling, please register on the “Travel Admin App” of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs under: Travel Admin App

Visas are not being issued anymore until at least 15^th June 2020, according to decisions by the European Union and the Schengen member states to control the COVID-19 pandemic in all of Europe.

Emergency

The Swiss Embassy in Kuwait is at your service and can be reached by calling +965 2534 0172/3/4/5 or by e-mail kuwait@eda.admin.ch

For consular affairs, you could contact the Swiss Embassy in Doha by phone +974 4020 3400 and e-mail doha@eda.admin.ch

In an emergency, services remain available outside office hours, around the clock on any day: Helpline FDFA: +41 800 247 365 or +41 58 465 33 33 or helpline@eda.admin.ch

Corona virus information

Current Situation Switzerland

FDFA Travel Advices and Information