Consulate General of Switzerland in Istanbul
The Consulate General is responsible for all consular services for the Swiss population in Turkey, for visa matters as well as to represent the Swiss interests in the areas of economy, culture, education and science.
Tragedy in Crans-Montana
Switzerland is deeply shaken by the tragic fire on New Year's Eve in Crans-Montana. In the wake of this tragedy, our thoughts are with the families and friends of the victims, with all those who are still waiting for news about their loved ones, and with the helpers in Switzerland who are working tirelessly.
Switzerland thanks all countries for their expressions of condolence and solidarity. Switzerland is also grateful for the support and assistance provided by various governments in admitting injured persons to hospitals and establishing contact with victims' families abroad.
Services and visa
All consular services and visa issues are provided by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Istanbul.
Consular services
Visa and entry to Switzerland
Consular services: We ask you to make an appointment in advance for a personal visit via email: istanbul@eda.admin.ch. Swiss passports and/or identity cards can be applied for directly online: Passport and identity card
Visa: No information is given over the phone for visa matters. You can find all information on our website Visas and entry to Switzerland. For written inquiries about Schengen visas (< 90 days) you can use the Schengen contact form. For inquiries about national visas (> 90 days) please use the National Visa contact form.
Helpline Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA)
The FDFA Helpline provides detailed information 365 days a year around the clock about the following FDFA services:
- Travel advice
- Itineris – online registration for Swiss nationals travelling abroad
- Consular protection
- Living abroad
- Other consular services (services of Swiss representations in connection with passports and identity cards, registration, civil status, civil rights, notarizations, confirmations, certificates, inheritance, welfare, deposits, etc.)
