Embassy of Switzerland in the United Arab Emirates
Security situation in the region
Dear Swiss nationals,
The FDFA now advises against tourist and non-essential travel to Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
Several national airlines (flydubai, Emirates, Etihad among others) are resuming limited operations at the international airports of Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Airports in countries where airspace is currently open are gradually expanding their services in order to respond as effectively as possible to the needs of those presently stranded in the region.
Please remain in contact with your travel agency or airline to seek advice on available departure options. Should you decide to leave the region overland to a neighboring country, please allow sufficient time for travel and border crossings, check in advance which border posts are accessible as well as the applicable visa requirements, and proceed to the airport only with a confirmed ticket. The decision to depart remains your personal responsibility and travel costs must be borne by the individuals concerned.
The FDFA is in close contact with the local authorities and with SWISS airline. In this context, additional transport options as well as alternative routes are being continuously assessed.
Please ensure that your contact details and current location are kept up to date at all times in the Travel Admin app.
In case of emergency, the FDFA Helpline in Bern can be reached 24/7 at +41 800 24 7 365 / +41 58 465 33 33 or by email at helpline@eda.admin.ch.
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.
Services and visa
All consular services and visa support for residents of the countries listed below are provided by the Embassy of Switzerland in Abu Dhabi. Information can be found on the websites concerned:
United Arab Emirates and Bahrain – Services
United Arab Emirates and Bahrain – Visa
