Embassy of Switzerland in Kosovo

Visa Liberalization for Kosovo from the 01.01.2024!

Starting from the 01.01.2024 citizens of Kosovo can travel without a visa to the Schengen area (incl. Switzerland) for short-term stays of up to 90 days within a period of 180 days.

Attention: the visa obligation remains, if you intend to work or stay longer than 90 days

The embassy premises in Pristina
Embassy of Switzerland in Pristina © FDFA

As Switzerland's official representation, 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.

Embassy's tasks

Access to the Embassy counters  

Please note that entering the Embassy of Switzerland is only guaranteed on the basis of a prior appointment

Distance and hygiene instructions (PDF, 1 Page, 363.0 kB, English)  must be respected when entering the building.

In case of emergency Swiss citizens  can access consular services also outside office hoursHelpline FDFA +41 800 247 365 or  +41 58 465 33 33   helpline@eda.admin.ch

For information about marriage preparation and long term visa (family reunification, studies, work permit, etc.) please see these links: Kosovo / Albania / North Macedonia. In case of questions please fill out our contact from

For short term visa for Switzerland, Liechtenstein, France, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg please apply at  TLScontact.

All travelers are responsible for verifying the COVID-19 travel restrictions in place before departure. We kindly ask you to respect the existing restrictions of the local authorities.

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

Registration and deregistration, change of address

Information about the registration, de-registration and notification of address changes at Swiss representations abroad

Switzerland and Kosovo

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

Visa – Entry to and residence in Switzerland

Information on requirements to enter Switzerland and to take residence, procedure to submit an entry visa application, visa application form and fees

Partners

List of partners supporting our projects and events

Detailed information can be found on the German and the French page.