The Embassy of the Philippines in Bern is the official point of contact for relations between the Philippines and Switzerland, including services for Philippine citizens.
Contact Details
| Address | Kirchenfeldstrasse 73-75, 3005 Bern, Switzerland |
| Telephone | +41 31 350 17 00 |
| Fax | +41 31 352 26 02 |
| berne.pe@dfa.gov.ph | |
| Website | bernepe.dfa.gov.ph |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Bernard Faustino Dy, Ambassador |
| Consular district | Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Graubünden, Valais, Neuchâtel and Jura |
Consular Section
| Telephone | +41 31 350 17 16 +41 31 350 17 17 +41 31 350 17 19 |
Opening Hours – Consular Section
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Embassy office hours: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 16:00. Hours may differ on public holidays. Please confirm before your visit.
Location of the Embassy
About the Philippine Embassy in Bern
Ambassador Bernard Faustino Dy has headed the embassy since June 2023. The Swiss Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list names 10 accredited staff. The consular section covers Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Graubünden, Valais, Neuchâtel and Jura.
Which Philippine office is responsible for me?
| Office | Area covered |
|---|---|
| Embassy (consular section), Bern (this page) | Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Graubünden, Valais, Neuchâtel and Jura |
| Consulate General, Geneva | Vaud and Geneva |
Documents checklist
What Philippine citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Philippine government information:
Renewing a Philippine ePassport abroad
- A confirmed online appointment (not needed for the courtesy lane, e.g. children aged 7 and under)
- Completed application form; personal appearance is required for biometrics
- Your current ePassport (original) and a photocopy of the data page
- If your name has changed: original PSA documents (e.g. marriage certificate or annotated birth certificate)
- Lost valid passport: police report in English, notarised affidavit of loss and a penalty fee
- Renew early – several embassies recommend 8–9 months before expiry
Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs, Philippines – core requirements for adult renewal, Department of Foreign Affairs, Philippines – renewal of passport requirements (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?
Simple questions can usually be settled by e-mail; personal appearance is needed mainly for passports.
Visa and entry information
For Swiss citizens, the FDFA refers questions about entry rules, accepted travel documents and visas for the Philippines to this embassy. Current FDFA position: it advises against travel to certain regions of the Philippines. See the FDFA travel advice.
Other consulates and embassies in Bern
93 other countries are represented in Bern, among them: Poland (embassy), Portugal (embassy), Qatar (embassy), Romania (embassy), Russia (embassy), Saudi Arabia (embassy), Serbia (embassy), Slovakia (embassy), Slovenia (embassy), South Africa (embassy), Spain (consulate general), Spain (embassy), Sweden (embassy), Thailand (embassy), Tunisia (embassy), Türkiye (embassy), Ukraine (embassy), United Arab Emirates (embassy), United Kingdom (embassy), United States (embassy). The full list of all 94 missions is on the overview page for Switzerland.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on Swiss public holidays and on the Philippine national holiday (12 June).
Emergency assistance
In the other direction, Swiss nationals in the Philippines can turn to the Swiss Embassy in Manila (+63 2 8845 45 45); the FDFA Helpline answers on +41 58 465 33 33 at any time.
Diplomatic missions between the Philippines and Switzerland
The Philippines in Switzerland
- Bern – Embassy of the Philippines (this page)
- Geneva – Consulate General (Vaud and Geneva)
- Lugano – Honorary Consulate (Ticino)
- Zurich – Honorary Consulate
Switzerland in the Philippines
- Manila – Swiss Embassy
- Cebu – Swiss Honorary Consulate
- Davao – Swiss Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the Philippines in Bern
Is there a Swiss travel warning for the Philippines?
The FDFA currently advises against travel to certain regions of the Philippines; read its full travel advice before planning a trip.
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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 the Philippines, bernepe.dfa.gov.ph. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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