The Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in Rhodes represents Swiss interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Swiss Embassy in Athens.
Contact Details
| Address | G. Efstathiou 8, 851 00 Rhodes, Greece |
| Telephone | +30 2241 036 155 |
| rhodos@honrep.ch | |
| Head of Mission | Luthi Denise Karagianni, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
The honorary consul does not keep public office hours – visits are by appointment only.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: G. Efstathiou 8, 851 00 Rhodes.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Rhodes do?
The honorary consulate represents Switzerland in Rhodes and the surrounding area. The honorary consul listed by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs is Luthi Denise Karagianni. Opening times are not published; agree on a time by phone or e-mail before you go. The quickest way to reach the office: call +30 2241 036 155 and e-mail rhodos@honrep.ch.
The office is located in the South Aegean. Distance to the Swiss Embassy in Athens: about 435 km.
Which Swiss office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Swiss Embassy in Athens.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Greece, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including Clean Monday, Orthodox Easter (Good Friday to Easter Monday), the Assumption (15 August) and Christmas. The Swiss national day, 1 August, normally means a closure too. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Embassy and consulates of Switzerland in Greece
- Athens – Embassy of Switzerland
- Corfu – Honorary Consulate
- Rhodes – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Thessaloniki – Honorary Consulate
Questions and answers – Switzerland in Rhodes
Where do I renew my Swiss passport if I live near Rhodes?
Passport applications go to the Swiss Embassy in Athens; the honorary office can only advise.
How can I reach the Rhodes honorary office of Switzerland?
By phone on +30 2241 036 155 or by e-mail to rhodos@honrep.ch.
Who is the Swiss honorary consul in Rhodes?
Luthi Denise Karagianni, according to the Greek Foreign Ministry’s list of consular posts (September 2026).
Do Greek citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
No. A valid Greek passport or identity card is enough.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Corps Consulaire (20 September 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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