Democratic Republic of the Congo Embassy and Consulates in Switzerland
Democratic Republic of the Congo Embassy in Bern, Switzerland
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Democratic Republic of the Congo may close on the following Swiss and DR Congo holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | Friday, January 16 | 6 days, 14 hours |
| Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Saturday, January 17 | 1 week |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month |
| Republic Day | Sunday, March 01 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Saint Joseph's Day | Thursday, March 19 | 2 months, 1 week |
| International Francophonie Day | Friday, March 20 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Näfelser Fahrt | Thursday, April 02 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
1. How many DR Congo Embassies/Consulates are there in Switzerland?
Democratic Republic of the Congo currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Switzerland including and Bern.
2 - Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Swiss citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Democratic Republic of the Congo. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Democratic Republic of the Congo in Switzerland for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of DR Congo embassies in Switzerland?
The DR Congo representative offices in Switzerland will be closed in observance of the following Swiss and DR Congo holidays in 2026/2024:
- Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination (CD) Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (6 days, 20 hours)
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Time in Democratic Republic of the Congo vs Switzerland
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo time is is same date and time Bern, Switzerland