Switzerland embassy & consulates in Egypt

Visa on arrival · 30 days$900/moSOS 180Updated Nov 9, 2026

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Switzerland has 1 diplomatic mission(s) in Egypt: Embassy (Cairo).

Entry rules for Switzerland passport holders → Egypt:Visa on arrival· 30 days

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Switzerland missions in Egypt

EmbassyCairo

embassy of Switzerland in Egypt

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Address

شارع عبد الخالق ثروت 10, 11511 القاهرة, Cairo

Phone

+20-2-25758284

cairo@eda.admin.ch

Website

eda.admin.ch

Opening hours

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Schengen visa statistics at this consulate

Year 2025

Applications: 5,643
Visas issued: 4,166
Refused: 1,395
Refusal rate: 24.7%

Multiple-entry share: 31%

Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates

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Entry rules for Switzerland passport holders

EgyptVisa on arrival· 30 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.

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Document checklist: Switzerland → Egypt

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

Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
You can stay up to 30 days without a visa.
Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
Recent passport photos.
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 for the whole stay.

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

Apostille or legalisation?

Consular legalisation required

Switzerland → Egypt

Driving licence abroad

Carry an IDP (1968 Vienna format) with your national licence.

Switzerland → Egypt

Applying for a visa? Egypt missions in Switzerland

Embassy of Egypt, BernEmbassy · Bern · +41-31-352-80-12See all
Mission permanente de la République arabe d'ÉgypteEmbassy · Geneva · +41 22 731 65 30See all

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Switzerland embassy in Egypt?

The Switzerland embassy in Egypt is located at شارع عبد الخالق ثروت 10, 11511 القاهرة, Cairo.

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Visa on arrival (30 days). Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the Switzerland embassy in Egypt?

Phone: +20-2-25758284. Email: cairo@eda.admin.ch. Website: https://www.eda.admin.ch/cairo.

Does Switzerland have consulates in Egypt?

No separate consulate is on record; consular services are handled by the embassy.

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

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 180), then contact the Switzerland embassy or consulate in Egypt for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.