Embassy of Switzerland in Iran

Travel to Iran is advised against.

Swiss nationals in need of consular services or other assistance can contact the FDFA Helpline. They should be aware, however, that Switzerland has only limited possibilities, if any, to provide assistance in an emergency.
 

Helpline FDFA tel +41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33

Embassy temporarily closed

The Swiss representation in Tehran is temporarily closed. Due to the volatile situation, it is currently not foreseeable when consular services will resume.

Swiss citizens or foreign nationals holding a travel document issued by the Swiss authorities can contact the nearest Swiss representation or the FDFA Helpline at any time in case of emergency: +41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33.

Iranian airspace is only partially open, and there are restrictions on air traffic. Overland exit options are generally available to Armenia (Nourdooz, open 24/7) and to Turkey (Bazargan and Sero are open 24/7, Kapiköy, Esendere and Gürbulak are also open but not 24/7). In case of difficulties at border crossings, Swiss citizens may contact the Swiss Embassy in Tbilisi or the Swiss Consulate General in Istanbul.

In case of problems during a non-recommended border crossing to Azerbaijan or Turkmenistan, Swiss citizens may contact the Swiss Embassy in Baku.

This information is subject to change at any time and is provided without guarantee. Please check the current opening hours of the border crossings in advance.

Airports in neighboring countries are open, and tickets can be purchased. For information on flight connections, please contact the airlines directly.

It is currently not possible to apply for a visa for Switzerland and/or the Schengen area in Tehran. The current entry requirements for the Schengen area and Switzerland remain valid in all cases.

Please consult our Visa FAQ

Embassy of Switzerland in Tehran
Embassy of Switzerland in Tehran © FDFA

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 and financial affairs, legal arrangements, science, education and culture.

The tasks of the embassy

Welcome

A warm welcome to the website of the Embassy of Switzerland. It is a real pleasure and a privilege to represent Switzerland in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Switzerland and Iran

Swiss diplomacy and engagement in the fields of education, culture and the economy

Services

Contact the responsible Swiss representation for identity papers, civil status, registration and deregistration, matters of civil status, etc..

News

Local and international news and events related to the country

Newsletter

The Swiss embassy publishes a newsletter containing information on culture, science and politics

Partners

List of partners supporting our projects.