- Address
- 10, Abdel Khalek Sarwat Street, 11511 Cairo
- Phone
- +20-2-25758284
- Website
- eda.admin.ch
- Head of mission
- Andreas Baum
Switzerland
Egypt
Swiss Embassy & Consulates in Egypt
- 1 embassy
- 1 honorary consulate
Switzerland is represented in Egypt by 2 missions: an embassy in Cairo and an honorary consulate in El Gouna. Egyptian citizens need a visa for Switzerland, obtained before travel.
Swiss Embassy in Cairo
At 10, Abdel Khalek Sarwat Street, 11511 Cairo, the Swiss embassy represents Switzerland towards Egypt. The head of mission on record is Andreas Baum. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Swiss honorary consulates in Egypt
- Honorary Consulate of Switzerland in El Gouna
c/o Sheraton Miramar Resort, 84513 El Gouna, Hurghada, Red Sea
Switzerland has an honorary consulate in El Gouna; like most honorary consulates, it does not normally issue visas or passports.
Switzerland visa for Egyptian citizens
EgyptSwitzerland Visa required Switzerland visa for citizens of Egypt
SwitzerlandEgypt Visa on arrival Egypt visa for citizens of Switzerland
Switzerland visa requirements for citizens of Egypt
- Schengen visa (type C) for Switzerland
- National visa (type D) for stays over 90 days
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
- Fee: €90
- 10 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Switzerland requires Egyptian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Egypt, applications go to the Swiss embassy in Cairo, or to a visa centre working for Switzerland.
Egypt’s missions in Switzerland
Missions of Egypt in Switzerland (2)
In return, Egypt has 2 missions in Switzerland, including its embassy in Bern.
Good to know
Switzerland in Egypt
Worldwide, Switzerland has 317 missions in 136 countries; 2 of them are in Egypt.
Travel to Egypt for Swiss citizens
Swiss citizens can get a visa on arrival in Egypt, valid for stays of up to 30 days. In Egypt, Swiss citizens can turn to the Swiss embassy for passports and emergency help.
When Swiss missions in Egypt are closed
Swiss missions in Egypt close on Egypt’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027, Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day on Monday 25 January 2027 and Sinai Liberation Day on Sunday 25 April 2027, and usually on some holidays of Switzerland, such as Christmas Day (Weihnachten) on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Swiss embassy in Egypt?
The Swiss embassy is in Cairo, at 10, Abdel Khalek Sarwat Street, 11511 Cairo.
Does Switzerland have consulates in Egypt?
No career consulate is on record, but Switzerland has an honorary consulate in El Gouna.
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Switzerland requires Egyptian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Swiss citizens receive their visa for Egypt at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Does Egypt have an embassy in Switzerland?
Yes, Egypt has its embassy in Bern, along with 1 other mission in Switzerland.