embassly
SOS
Bern

Brazil embassy & consulates in Switzerland

Visa-free · 90 days$5,750/moSOS 118Updated Nov 9, 2026
Quick answer

Brazil has 2 diplomatic mission(s) in Switzerland: Embassy (Bern), Consulate General (Geneva).

Entry rules for Brazil passport holders → Switzerland:Visa-free· 90 days
Photo: de:Benutzer:Reaast · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Brazil missions in Switzerland

Entry rules for Brazil passport holders

SwitzerlandVisa-free· 90 days

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Do citizens of Brazil need a visa for Switzerland?Brazil passport power

Get a notice when this rule changes

We are building e-mail notices for visa-rule changes. Leave your address and we will write when they start. We use it for nothing else. How we use your address

Document checklist: Brazil → Switzerland

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
Brazil → Switzerland
Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.
Brazil → Switzerland

Applying for a visa? Switzerland missions in Brazil

  • embassy of Switzerland in BrazilEmbassy · Brasília · +55 61 3443 5500See all
  • Consulate General of SwitzerlandConsulate General · São Paulo · +55 11 3372-8200See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    94
    Visas issued
    82
    Refused
    12
    Refusal rate
    12.8%
    Multiple-entry share: 77%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
  • Consulate General of SwitzerlandConsulate General · Rio de Janeiro · +55 21 3806 2100See all
    Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
    Year 2025
    Applications
    24
    Visas issued
    17
    Refused
    7
    Refusal rate
    29.2%
    Multiple-entry share: 94%
    Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of Brazil in Switzerland?

Yes. Brazil has 2 diplomatic mission(s) in Switzerland: Embassy (Bern), Consulate General (Geneva).

Where is the Brazil embassy in Switzerland?

The Brazil embassy in Switzerland is located at Monbijoustrasse 68, 3007 Bern, Bern.

Do citizens of Brazil need a visa for Switzerland?

Visa-free (90 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Brazil embassy in Switzerland?

Phone: +41-31-371-85-15, +41 31 3718515. Email: brasemb.berna@itamaraty.gov.br. Website: http://berna.itamaraty.gov.br/pt-br/Main.xml.

Does Brazil have consulates in Switzerland?

Yes: Consulate General (Geneva).

What should I do if I lose my passport in Switzerland?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 118), then contact the Brazil embassy or consulate in Switzerland for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Mo-Fr 09:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00; Sa-Su off