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Welcome to the Swiss Representations in the United Kingdom

The official representations of Switzerland in the United Kingdom are your main point of contact for a wide range of matters – from consular services and information about living abroad to guidance on entering Switzerland. We are committed to representing Switzerland’s interests, maintaining dialogue with authorities, organisations and civil society, and strengthening relations between the two countries.

19 January 2026

Services

Contact the responsible Swiss representation for identity papers, civil status, registration and deregistration, matters of civil status, etc..

The FDFA’s online desk.

19 January 2026

Online desk for Swiss nationals living abroad

Information about the FDFA’s online desk for Swiss nationals living abroad.

19 January 2026

Visa and entry to Switzerland

Visa requirements, the filing of visa applications, forms and visa costs, and information about living in Switzerland.

News

Travellers at the airport.

25 November 2024

Travel to the United Kingdom from 2 April 2025

What Swiss citizens need to know about the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

View over the old town of Lausanne with the lake in the background.

18 August 2025

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships for British researchers 2026 - 2027

The Swiss government offers a small number of fellowships for British researchers to undertake a research project in Switzerland.

A map of Europe, a laptop, passport and travel artefacts.

9 October 2025

Schengen Entry/Exit System (EES)

Information for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals travelling to a Schengen Area member state.

Ambassador Dominique Paravicini © Embassy of Switzerland in the United Kingdom

19 January 2026

Welcome

A greeting from the Ambassador.

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19 January 2026

Social media

Follow current political developments, cultural events, and economic projects of our representation. Stay directly and up to date with our social media channels.

Bilateral relations Switzerland–United Kingdom

An overview of Swiss diplomacy and involvement on the ground.