Switzerland Embassy and Consulates in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Switzerland Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Switzerland may close on the following DR Congo and Swiss holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday, January 01 | 0 minutes |
| Berchtold Day | Friday, January 02 | 3 hours, 46 minutes |
| Martyrs of Independence Day | Saturday, January 03 | 1 day, 3 hours |
| Martyrs of Independence Day | Sunday, January 04 | 2 days, 3 hours |
| Epiphany | Tuesday, January 06 | 4 days, 3 hours |
| Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | Friday, January 16 | 2 weeks |
| Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Saturday, January 17 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Republic Day | Sunday, March 01 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 2 months |
1. How many Swiss Embassies/Consulates are there in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Switzerland currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Democratic Republic of the Congo including and Kinshasa.
2 - Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
DR Congo citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Switzerland. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Switzerland in Democratic Republic of the Congo for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Swiss embassies in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The Swiss representative offices in Democratic Republic of the Congo will be closed in observance of the following DR Congo and Swiss holidays in 2026/2024:
- New Year's Day (CD & CH) Thu, Jan 01, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in Switzerland vs Democratic Republic of the Congo
Bern, Switzerland time is is same date and time Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo