The Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in Bari represents Swiss interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Swiss Embassy in Rome.
Contact Details
| Address | Piazza Luigi di Savoia, 41/a, 70121 Bari, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 080 5249697 |
| Fax | +39 080 5247339 |
| bari@honrep.ch | |
| Head of Mission | Ugo Patroni Griffi, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Apulia |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Piazza Luigi di Savoia, 41/a, 70121 Bari.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Bari do?
The honorary consulate represents Switzerland in Bari and the surrounding area. The honorary consul listed by the Italian authorities is Ugo Patroni Griffi (exequatur granted October 2024). Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. To arrange a visit, call +39 080 5249697 and e-mail bari@honrep.ch.
According to the Italian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers Apulia. Bari is in Apulia. The embassy in Rome is roughly 375 km away.
Which Swiss office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Swiss citizens are handled by the Swiss Embassy in Rome.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Italy, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays; Swiss celebrations on 1 August (national day) usually mean a closure too. Offices in the city also close on 6 December for the feast of Saint Nicholas. Many offices work reduced hours in August – call ahead in summer.
Switzerland’s offices in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Switzerland
- Milan – Consulate General
- Bari – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Bergamo – Honorary Consulate
- Bologna – Honorary Consulate
- Cagliari – Honorary Consulate
- Catania – Honorary Consulate
- Florence – Honorary Consulate
- Genoa – Honorary Consulate
- Naples – Honorary Consulate
- Turin – Honorary Consulate
- Venice – Honorary Consulate
Common questions about the Bari office
Where do I renew my Swiss passport if I live near Bari?
Swiss passports are issued through the Swiss Embassy in Rome, not by the honorary office.
How can I reach the Bari honorary office of Switzerland?
By phone on +39 080 5249697 or by e-mail to bari@honrep.ch.
Who is the Swiss honorary consul in Bari?
Ugo Patroni Griffi, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur October 2024).
Is the Bari honorary office responsible for my region?
Its consular district is Apulia.
Can Italians visit Switzerland without a visa?
No. A valid Italian passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Switzerland. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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