The Embassy of Montenegro in Bern represents Montenegro in Switzerland. Its consular section serves Montenegrin citizens throughout Switzerland.
Contact Details
| Address | Christoffelgasse 7, 3011 Bern, Switzerland |
| Telephone | +41 31 313 14 40 |
| switzerland@mfa.gov.me | |
| Head of Mission | Marija Lakic Barfus, Ambassador |
Opening Hours
The Swiss Foreign Ministry lists no public opening hours for this embassy. Contact it by phone or e-mail before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Christoffelgasse 7, 3011 Bern.
- Opening hours: not published – call or e-mail before you go.
- Checklist: identity document, completed forms, originals plus one copy of each supporting document.
The embassy and its staff
Ambassador Marija Lakic Barfus has headed the embassy since October 2025.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Montenegrin passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Montenegro
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Travelling from Switzerland to Montenegro
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 Montenegro. There is currently no FDFA advice against travel to Montenegro. See the FDFA travel advice.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Swiss public holidays and on the Montenegrin national holiday (13 July). Bridge days around holidays may bring extra closures.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Montenegrin citizens should call the embassy on +41 31 313 14 40. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. Swiss citizens in trouble in Montenegro should contact the Swiss Embassy in Belgrade, which also covers Montenegro – or call the FDFA Helpline on +41 58 465 33 33.
Diplomatic missions between Montenegro and Switzerland
Montenegro in Switzerland
- Bern – Embassy of Montenegro (this page)
Switzerland in Montenegro
- Podgorica – Swiss Office
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Montenegro in Bern
Where is the Montenegrin Embassy in Bern?
At Christoffelgasse 7, 3011 Bern.
Who heads the Montenegrin Embassy in Bern?
Marija Lakic Barfus, in office since October 2025.
Does the FDFA warn against travel to Montenegro?
There is no general FDFA travel warning for Montenegro; 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 Montenegro. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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