Switzerland Embassy and Consulates in Saudi Arabia
Switzerland Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Switzerland Consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Switzerland may close on the following Saudi Arabian and Swiss holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Muharram (Muslim New Year) | Wednesday, June 17 | 3 days, 9 hours |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 1 week |
| Jura Independence Day | Tuesday, June 23 | 1 week, 2 days |
| St. Peter and St. Paul | Monday, June 29 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Swiss National Day | Saturday, August 01 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Assumption of Mary | Saturday, August 15 | 2 months |
| Jeune Genevois | Thursday, September 10 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Knabenschiessen | Saturday, September 12 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Knabenschiessen | Sunday, September 13 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Knabenschiessen | Monday, September 14 | 3 months |
| Swiss Federal Fast | Sunday, September 20 | 3 months |
1. How many Swiss Embassies/Consulates are there in Saudi Arabia?
Switzerland currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in Saudi Arabia including Riyadh and Jeddah.
2 - Do Saudi Arabian citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Saudi Arabian 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 Saudi Arabia for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Swiss embassies in Saudi Arabia?
The Swiss representative offices in Saudi Arabia will be closed in observance of the following Saudi Arabian and Swiss holidays in 2026/2024:
- Muharram (Muslim New Year) (SA) Wed, Jun 17, 2026 (3 days, 13 hours)
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Time in Switzerland vs Saudi Arabia
Bern, Switzerland time is 1:00 hours behind Riyadh, Saudi Arabia