For Swiss residents and travellers in the Manchester area, the Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in Manchester is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | c/o Land Law LLP, 10-14 Market Street, Manchester WA14 1QB, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 161 928 8383 |
| manchester@honrep.ch | |
| Head of Mission | Hans Scheiwiller, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | The north of England |
Opening Hours
Visits only by prior arrangement – honorary consulates rarely have regular hours.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: c/o Land Law LLP, 10-14 Market Street, Manchester WA14 1QB.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Manchester do?
This honorary office looks after Swiss interests in Manchester. According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list of honorary consulates, the post is held by Hans Scheiwiller (since 23 June 2015). There are no published opening hours, so arrange a meeting first. Questions can be sent in advance: call +44 161 928 8383 and e-mail manchester@honrep.ch.
The FCDO lists its area of responsibility as the north of England. Manchester is in England. Distance to the Swiss Embassy in London: about 260 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Switzerland (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Which Swiss office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Swiss citizens are handled by the Swiss Embassy in London.
When is the office closed?
The honorary consulate is normally closed on UK bank holidays and on Switzerland’s national day (1 August). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Swiss missions in the UK
- London – Embassy of Switzerland
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate General
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Manchester – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in Manchester
Where do I renew my Swiss passport if I live near Manchester?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Swiss Embassy in London.
How can I reach the Manchester honorary office of Switzerland?
By phone on +44 161 928 8383 or by e-mail to manchester@honrep.ch.
Who runs the Swiss honorary office in Manchester?
Hans Scheiwiller, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Is the Manchester honorary office responsible for my area?
Its consular district is the north of England.
Do Britons need a visa to visit Switzerland?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – honorary consulates in the UK (October 2026), UK government foreign travel advice – entry requirements for Switzerland. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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