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The FDFA

The FDFA determines and coordinates Swiss foreign policy on behalf of the Federal Council, pursues the set foreign policy objectives, safeguards Switzerland's national interests and promotes Swiss values. With about 170 representations around the world, the Department's head office is in Bern and is divided into a General Secretariat, a State Secretariat and four directorates.

FDFA Helpline

The FDFA Helpline is the one-stop shop for questions regarding consular services.

Do you have any questions regarding communications?

Our communication service is available Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12.30pm and from 1.30pm to 5pm.

Please send written requests to: kommunikation@eda.admin.ch.

For enquiries by telephone, contact us on +41 58 462 31 53.

Information for the media

FDFA Communication answers media queries Mondays to Fridays during office hours and operates a weekend emergency on-call service.

Information for the media

Social media

Follow the daily work of the FDFA – in Switzerland and abroad – on the different online platforms.

The FDFA in action

Lecture service

Would you like to obtain first-hand information on foreign policy issues? The FDFA's specialists are available for visits to schools, associations and institutions to give presentations and lead discussions in Switzerland.

Lecture service form

Last update 31.01.2025

  • The FDFA Helpline responds to enquiries relating to consular services. Swiss nationals living or staying abroad should contact the Swiss representation in the relevant host country.

  • Switzerland’s foreign policy on the web − the FDFA’s very diverse websites at a glance.

  • The FDFA on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social media

  • FDFA specialists come to you – an offer to schools, associations and other institutions

Contact

+41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33

365 days a year – around the clock 

The Helpline FDFA deals as central contact point with matters relating to consular services.

Fax +41 58 462 78 66

helpline@eda.admin.ch

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