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Switzerland Embassy and Consulates in Laos
1 Diplomatic Missions
1 Cities
Switzerland Consulate in Vientiane, Laos
10/2 Manthaturath Road Vientiane Lao Pdr
Phone: +856 21 264 160
Working hours: Close now
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Switzerland may close on the following Lao and Swiss holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday, January 01 | 0 minutes |
| Berchtold Day | Friday, January 02 | 5 hours, 24 minutes |
| Epiphany | Tuesday, January 06 | 4 days, 5 hours |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Republic Day | Sunday, March 01 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| International Women's Day (Women Only) | Sunday, March 08 | 2 months |
| Saint Joseph's Day | Thursday, March 19 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| March Equinox | Friday, March 20 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Näfelser Fahrt | Thursday, April 02 | 3 months |
1. How many Swiss Embassies/Consulates are there in Laos?
Switzerland currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Laos including and Vientiane.
2 - Do Lao citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Lao 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 Laos for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Swiss embassies in Laos?
The Swiss representative offices in Laos will be closed in observance of the following Lao and Swiss holidays in 2026/2024:
- New Year's Day (CH & LA) Thu, Jan 01, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in Switzerland vs Laos
Bern, Switzerland time is 6:00 hours behind Vientiane, Laos
Vientiane, Laos
18:35PMThursday, January 01, 2026
Bern, Switzerland
12:35PMThursday, January 01, 2026