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Travel advice

For current information on the security situation, possible risks and recommended precau-tions when travelling in a certain country, see here: Travel advice

Services for Swiss nationals abroad

You are a Swiss citizen travelling abroad, for example as a tourist or for business purposes, for a time period of less than three months and you find yourself in financial distress follow-ing an act of aggression, theft or emergency hospitalisation. The Swiss representation re-sponsible for wherever you find yourself can advise you and help you to find a solution at this difficult time. Do not hesitate to contact the representation.

If you need assistance with an urgent consular matter or emergency such as a lost or sto-len passport, illness or accident, please contact the FDFA Helpline:

Helpline EDA

Matters relating to consular services
Tel. +41 800 24-7-365
Matters relating to consular services

Consular information via the Travel Admin smartphone app

You can also check the current security situation and find addresses of Swiss embassies and consulates on your smartphone. Install the Travel Admin app for free.

Travel Admin App for iPhone (App Store Switzerland)
Travel Admin App for Android (Google Play Switzerland)