The Embassy of Switzerland in Paris is Switzerland’s diplomatic mission to France. Swiss nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 142, rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 49 55 67 00 |
| paris@eda.admin.ch | |
| Website | www.eda.admin.ch/paris |
| Social Media | Facebook · X · Instagram |
| Head of Mission | Mr Bernardino Regazzoni, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
| Consular services | Provided by the embassy itself |
Consular Section
| Address | 142 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France |
| Fax | +33 1 49 55 67 59 (Visa) |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Swiss public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at 142, rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris (7th arrondissement).
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
Who runs the Swiss Embassy?
According to the embassy, it is headed by Mr Bernardino Regazzoni, Ambassador. French official figures put the number of Swiss residents in France at about 197,411. In the other direction, about 171,884 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Switzerland. Besides the embassy, Switzerland has career consular offices in Marseille, Strasbourg and Villeurbanne. 11 honorary consulates support Swiss citizens in other parts of France.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Swiss passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
What Swiss citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Swiss government information:
Swiss passport or ID card (Swiss citizens abroad)
- Apply online; the application is processed by the Swiss representation where you are registered
- You will then be invited to give your biometric data in person (at your representation or another equipped representation)
- Check before applying that your data in the Swiss civil register are up to date
- Minors must be accompanied by their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) when giving biometric data
- Statutory delivery time abroad: 30 days – apply well before your document expires
Sources: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs – applying for an identity document, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs – passport and identity card (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Travelling from France to Switzerland
As EU citizens, French nationals can travel to Switzerland without a visa; a valid passport or national identity card is enough. Switzerland is rated “normal vigilance” by the French Foreign Ministry. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on French public holidays and on the Swiss national holiday (1 August). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Swiss citizens should call the embassy on +33 1 49 55 67 00. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. Local emergency numbers in Switzerland: police 117, fire brigade 118, ambulance 144.
Diplomatic missions of Switzerland in France
Switzerland in France
- Paris – Embassy of Switzerland (this page)
- Marseille – Consulate General
- Strasbourg – Consulate General
- Villeurbanne – Consulate General
- Ajaccio – Honorary Consulate
- Annecy – Honorary Consulate
- Bordeaux – Honorary Consulate
- Dijon – Honorary Consulate
- Dumbéa – Honorary Consulate
- Montpellier – Honorary Consulate
- Nice – Honorary Consulate
- Papeete – Honorary Consulate
- Pointe-à-Pitre – Honorary Consulate
- Saint Gilles les Bains Saint-Paul de La Réunion – Honorary Consulate
- Toulouse – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Switzerland in Paris
What is the address of the Swiss Embassy in France?
At 142, rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris.
What are the opening hours of the Swiss Embassy in Paris?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00. Confirm before visiting.
Can French nationals travel to Switzerland without a visa?
No – a passport or ID card is enough.
Is there a Swiss consulate outside Paris?
Yes: Marseille, Strasbourg and Villeurbanne.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Switzerland, www.eda.admin.ch/paris. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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