The Embassy of Bhutan in Geneva is Bhutan’s diplomatic mission to Switzerland. Bhutanese citizens living in Switzerland turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Chemin du Champ-d'Anier 17-19, 1209 Geneva, Switzerland |
| Telephone | +41 22 799 08 90 |
| Fax | +41 22 799 08 99 |
| bhutanmission.geneva@mfa.gov.bt | |
| Head of Mission | Tshering Lhadn, Ambassador |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may differ on public holidays. Please confirm before your visit.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Chemin du Champ-d'Anier 17-19 in Geneva.
- Public hours: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Bhutanese Embassy in Geneva
Tshering Lhadn has served as Bhutanese ambassador to Switzerland since February 2026. Visitors should note that this embassy is in Geneva; Bhutan has no separate embassy in Bern.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Bhutanese passports and emergency travel documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Bhutan
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Contact the embassy before visiting to find out whether your matter needs an appointment.
Travelling from Switzerland to Bhutan
According to the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA), information on entry requirements for Swiss citizens – accepted documents and visas – is provided by the embassy of Bhutan. The FDFA has no general travel warning for Bhutan. See the FDFA travel advice.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Swiss public holidays and on the Bhutanese national holiday (17 December). Call ahead around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Bhutanese citizens should call the embassy on +41 22 799 08 90. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Swiss authorities. Swiss citizens in trouble in Bhutan should contact the Swiss Embassy in New Delhi, which also covers Bhutan – or call the FDFA Helpline on +41 58 465 33 33.
Diplomatic missions between Bhutan and Switzerland
Bhutan in Switzerland
- Geneva – Embassy of Bhutan (this page)
Switzerland in Bhutan
- No resident Swiss embassy – Bhutan is covered by the Swiss Embassy in New Delhi
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Bhutan in Geneva
What is the address of the Bhutanese Embassy in Switzerland?
At Chemin du Champ-d'Anier 17-19, 1209 Geneva.
When is the Bhutanese consular section open?
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
Who heads the Bhutanese Embassy in Geneva?
Tshering Lhadn, in office since February 2026.
What does the Swiss travel advice say about Bhutan?
There is no general FDFA travel warning for Bhutan; check the current travel advice before you go.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) – list of the diplomatic and consular corps in Switzerland, FDFA travel advice for Bhutan. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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