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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ascension Day | Thursday, May 14 | 1 week, 2 days |
| Pentecost | Sunday, May 24 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| Pentecost Monday | Monday, May 25 | 2 weeks, 6 days |
| Arafat Day | Tuesday, May 26 | 3 weeks |
| Eid al-Adha | Wednesday, May 27 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Thursday, May 28 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Friday, May 29 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Corpus Christi | Thursday, June 04 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
| Muharram (Muslim New Year) | Wednesday, June 17 | 1 month, 1 week |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Jura Independence Day | Tuesday, June 23 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
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:
- Ascension Day (CH) Thu, May 14, 2026 (1 week, 2 days)
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Time in Switzerland vs Saudi Arabia
Bern, Switzerland time is 1:00 hours behind Riyadh, Saudi Arabia