Saudi nationals in Switzerland, and Swiss residents planning a trip to Saudi Arabia, can contact the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Bern.
Contact Details
| Address | Kirchenfeldstrasse 64, 3005 Bern, Switzerland |
| Telephone | +41 31 352 15 55 +41 31 313 12 20 +41 79 920 50 54 (urgences) |
| Fax | +41 31 351 45 81 |
| chemb@mofa.gov.sa | |
| Social Media | X |
| Head of Mission | Abdulrahman Arkan I Aldawood, Ambassador |
| Consular district | Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, St. Gallen, Graubünden, Aargau, Thurgau, Ticino, Neuchâtel and Jura |
Consular Section
| Telephone | +41 31 352 15 55 +41 31 352 15 56 |
| consulate.chemb@mofa.gov.sa |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may differ on public holidays. Please confirm before your visit.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
- Checklist: identity document, completed forms, originals plus one copy of each supporting document.
About the Saudi Embassy in Bern
Abdulrahman Arkan I Aldawood has served as Saudi ambassador to Switzerland since August 2025. The Swiss Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list names 14 accredited staff. Its defence attaché is resident in Paris. The consular section covers Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, St. Gallen, Graubünden, Aargau, Thurgau, Ticino, Neuchâtel and Jura.
Which Saudi office is responsible for me?
| Office | Area covered |
|---|---|
| Embassy (consular section), Bern (this page) | Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden, Glarus, Zug, Fribourg, Solothurn, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, Schaffhausen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Appenzell Innerrhoden, St. Gallen, Graubünden, Aargau, Thurgau, Ticino, Neuchâtel and Jura |
| Consulate General, Geneva (Chambésy) | Vaud, Valais and Geneva |
Documents checklist
What Saudi citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Saudi government information:
Renewing a Saudi passport abroad
- Fill in the electronic “passport issuance” request (MOFA e-services) with your Enjaz reference number, attach a photo and documents, then print and sign the form
- A copy of your existing passport – the original is handed in when you receive the new one
- A letter of introduction according to your situation (employer certificate, cultural mission or university letter, or hospital letter)
- A copy of your residence or study ID and of your national ID
- The mission may ask you (or your guardian) to appear in person or to send documents by post; minors need the guardian’s consent
- If the passport expired more than a year ago, a laissez-passer may be issued instead
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia – renewal of passports for citizens abroad (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.
Entry rules for Swiss citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia
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 Saudi Arabia. The FDFA’s travel advice for Saudi Arabia contains no general warning. See the FDFA travel advice.
Other consulates and embassies in Bern
93 other countries are represented in Bern, among them: Albania (embassy), Algeria (embassy), Angola (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), Uruguay (embassy), Venezuela (embassy), Vietnam (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 Saudi national holiday (23 September). Cantonal holidays in Bern can also affect opening days.
Emergency assistance
Typical cases are a stolen passport before a trip home, a hospital stay or an arrest; legal fees and travel costs remain the citizen’s responsibility. Swiss citizens who need help in Saudi Arabia contact the Swiss Embassy in Riyadh (+966 11 488 12 91), or the FDFA Helpline in Bern (+41 58 465 33 33, 24/7).
Diplomatic missions between Saudi Arabia and Switzerland
Saudi Arabia in Switzerland
- Bern – Embassy of Saudi Arabia (this page)
- Geneva (Chambésy) – Consulate General (Vaud, Valais and Geneva)
Switzerland in Saudi Arabia
- Riyadh – Swiss Embassy
- Jeddah – Swiss Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Bern
At what times can I visit the Saudi Embassy?
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:00.
Does the FDFA warn against travel to Saudi Arabia?
There is no general FDFA travel warning for Saudi Arabia; check the current travel advice before you go.
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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 Saudi Arabia. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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