Switzerland Embassy and Consulates in Sierra Leone
Switzerland Consulate General in Freetown, Sierra Leone
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Switzerland may close on the following Sierra Leonean and Swiss holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| Republic Day | Sunday, March 01 | 1 month |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 1 month, 1 week |
| International Women's Day | Monday, March 09 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Saint Joseph's Day | Thursday, March 19 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Eid al-Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 2 months |
| Näfelser Fahrt | Thursday, April 02 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 2 months, 1 week |
1. How many Swiss Embassies/Consulates are there in Sierra Leone?
Switzerland currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Sierra Leone including and Freetown.
2 - Do Sierra Leonean citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Sierra Leonean 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 Sierra Leone for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Swiss embassies in Sierra Leone?
The Swiss representative offices in Sierra Leone will be closed in observance of the following Sierra Leonean and Swiss holidays in 2026/2024:
- Valentine's Day (CH) Sat, Feb 14, 2026 (3 weeks, 1 day)
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Time in Switzerland vs Sierra Leone
Bern, Switzerland time is 1:00 hours ahead of Freetown, Sierra Leone