Embassy of Switzerland in Kyrgyzstan
The Swiss Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic represents the Swiss Government and covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between the two countries and supervises Swiss projects implemented in Kyrgyzstan funded by two Swiss Federal Agencies – the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).
Switzerland supports Kyrgyzstan in its economic, social and political transitions. The objective of its Cooperation Programme is to promote peace and social cohesion as well as responsive and inclusive institutions and a sustainable development to improve the well-being of the population.
COVID-19 - Information on the situation
The Swiss Federal Council called on Swiss travelers (tourists and business travelers) to return home: Press release.
Travel Admin App
If you are traveling in the region as a tourist or for business purposes please register on the Swiss Travel Admin App in order to be able to locate you in case of necessity. Make also sure to delete your registration once returned to Switzerland
Situation in the country
The state of emergency was declared in the cities of Bishkek, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Nookat, Kara-Suu districts of Osh region, Suzak district of Jalal-Abad region, Naryn, At-Bashi district of Naryn region. On May 10th the state of emergency was replaced by the situation of emergency. Many of the movement restrictions remain, however several measures were decided for the business sector to reopen progressively in three steps (May 1st, May 10th and May 21st). In addition the curfew was lifted and road blocks within the cities removed. Road blocks around the cities remain nevertheless in place. The entrance in the country for foreigners is still not permitted and the borders, land and airport are closed.
Consular services
The Embassy of Switzerland in Bishkek is operating normally with a reduced staff number. Please make an appointment by e-mail at bishkek@eda.admin.ch in the case you need to come at the Embassy .
Visa
In accordance with instructions of the Schengen members states the acceptance of visa applications are suspended until June 15th 2020. For details please see the visa section.
Useful links
Swiss Federal Office of Public Health
Hepline FDFA
+ 41 80 024 73 65
+ 41 58 465 33 33
COVID-19: Swiss support to Kyrgyzstan
The Swiss Cooperation contributes to prevent and respond to the COVID-19 crisis in Kyrgyzstan. It provides assistance to the Kyrgyz Government and operates in close coordination with other development partners and diplomatic representations.
Important update on visa
Following the recent developments concerning the corona virus and instructions of the Swiss State Secretariat for Migration SEM, the Embassy of Switzerland in Bishkek has suspended the acceptance of visas for Switzerland, the Czech Republic , Slovakia, Slovenia, Finland, Poland, Estonia, France and Latvia with immediate effect and until further notice.
Please visit the Website of the Embassy of Switzerland in Bishkek for updates regarding visa handlings.
