• Digital Promotion

    The Cultural Department features the projects and vision of Swiss artists and creative industries in the UK on its Instagram account and through the short film series Creative Heads.

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    Swiss Ambassador's Award

    Initiated in 1998, the Swiss Ambassador’s Award is a chamber music award for promising young musicians, intended to further encourage their musical career.

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    Art in Peace Mediation

    The Embassy of Switzerland in the UK has started to explore the role of art and culture in mediation processes.

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    Brexit: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    List of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) with regard to the changes for Swiss as well as British citizens in the context of Brexit.

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Visa & entry to Switzerland

The responsible Swiss representation provides information on visa requirements and how to submit a visa application. You will also be given more details about travelling to and staying in Switzerland.

Visa & entry to Switzerland

Services and visa

All consular services and visa support for people resident in the United Kingdom and Ireland are provided by the Regional Consular Centre London. Information can be found via the following links:

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Ireland

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Online desk FDFA

Using the FDFA’s online consular services while abroad.

Online desk FDFA

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Living in the United Kingdom

You will receive information on emigration, staying in the country, and everything you need to know about returning to Switzerland.

Living in the United Kingdom

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Switzerland and the United Kingdom

Here you will find an overview of Switzerland's commitment to diplomacy, education, culture and the economy in the country.

Switzerland and the United Kingdom