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Swiss Embassy in Zimbabwe

1 embassy

Switzerland is represented in Zimbabwe by 1 mission: an embassy in Harare. Zimbabwean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.

Swiss Embassy in Harare

At 9 Lanark Road, Belgravia, Harare, the Swiss embassy represents Switzerland towards Zimbabwe. The head of mission on record is Christine Schraner Burgener. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Switzerland visa for Zimbabwean citizens

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Switzerland visa requirements for citizens of Zimbabwe

  • 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

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Zimbabwean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland. From Zimbabwe, the application is made at the Swiss embassy in Harare or through a visa centre appointed by Switzerland.

Zimbabwe’s missions in Switzerland

Zimbabwe has no mission in Switzerland on record; Zimbabwean citizens there would be served by an embassy accredited from another country.

Good to know

Switzerland in Zimbabwe

Worldwide, Switzerland has 317 missions in 136 countries; one of them is in Zimbabwe.

Travel to Zimbabwe for Swiss citizens

Swiss citizens can get a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe, valid for stays of up to 90 days. In Zimbabwe, Swiss citizens can turn to the Swiss embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Swiss embassy in Zimbabwe is closed

The Swiss embassy in Zimbabwe closes on Zimbabwe’s public holidays, the next being Unity Day on Tuesday 22 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, 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 Zimbabwe?

The Swiss embassy is in Harare, at 9 Lanark Road, Belgravia, Harare.

Do Zimbabwean citizens need a visa for Switzerland?

Switzerland requires Zimbabwean citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe issues Swiss citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.

Does Zimbabwe have an embassy in Switzerland?

No mission of Zimbabwe in Switzerland is on record.