As Switzerland’s diplomatic representation in Belgium, the Embassy of Switzerland in Brussels handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Place du Luxembourg 1, 1050 Brussels, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 2 285 43 50 |
| Fax | +32 2 230 45 09 |
| bruxelles@eda.admin.ch | |
| Website | www.eda.admin.ch/bruxelles |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Jacques Henri Pitteloud, Ambassador |
| National Day | 1 August |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Belgian protocol list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Belgian and Swiss public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to Place du Luxembourg 1, 1050 Brussels.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
About the Swiss Embassy in Brussels
According to the Belgian protocol list, Switzerland is represented by Ambassador Jacques Henri Pitteloud (credentials presented 10 September 2024). This is the bilateral embassy to the Kingdom of Belgium; missions to the European Union or NATO in Brussels are separate offices. Two honorary consulates support Swiss citizens in other parts of Belgium.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Swiss passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Swiss sources:
Swiss passport or ID card (Swiss citizens abroad)
- Apply online; the application is processed by the Swiss representation where you are registered
- You will then be invited to give your biometric data in person (at your representation or another equipped representation)
- Check before applying that your data in the Swiss civil register are up to date
- Minors must be accompanied by their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) when giving biometric data
- Statutory delivery time abroad: 30 days – apply well before your document expires
Sources: Federal Department of Foreign Affairs – applying for an identity document, Federal Department of Foreign Affairs – passport and identity card (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?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Closing days
Like most offices in Belgium, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, Ascension Day and Whit Monday and on Switzerland’s national day (1 August). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Swiss citizens should call the embassy on +32 2 285 43 50. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. The Belgian emergency number is 112 (police: 101).
Diplomatic missions of Switzerland in Belgium
Switzerland in Belgium
- Brussels – Embassy of Switzerland (this page)
- Antwerp (Wilrijk) – Honorary Consulate General
- Liège – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Switzerland in Brussels
What is the address of the Swiss Embassy in Belgium?
At Place du Luxembourg 1, 1050 Brussels.
When is the Swiss Embassy in Brussels open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Switzerland to Belgium?
Jacques Henri Pitteloud, according to the Belgian protocol list of 8 October 2026.
Is the Swiss Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Switzerland is 1 August; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Belgians need a visa to travel to Switzerland?
No. A valid Belgian passport or eID card is enough.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – heads of mission and embassy addresses (as of 8 October 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – directory of foreign embassies in Belgium, Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians, www.eda.admin.ch/bruxelles. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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