Switzerland Embassy and Consulates in South Africa
Switzerland Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa
Switzerland Consulate in Durban, South Africa
Switzerland Consulate General in Cape Town, South Africa
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Switzerland may close on the following South African and Swiss holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Pentecost Monday | Monday, May 25 | 0 minutes |
| Eid ul Adha | Wednesday, May 27 | 1 day, 7 hours |
| Corpus Christi | Thursday, June 04 | 1 week, 2 days |
| Youth Day | Tuesday, June 16 | 3 weeks |
| Muharram/Islamic New Year | Wednesday, June 17 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 3 weeks, 5 days |
| Jura Independence Day | Tuesday, June 23 | 4 weeks |
| St. Peter and St. Paul | Monday, June 29 | 1 month |
| Nelson Mandela Day | Saturday, July 18 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Swiss National Day | Saturday, August 01 | 2 months |
1. How many Swiss Embassies/Consulates are there in South Africa?
Switzerland currently maintains 3 diplomatic representative offices in South Africa including Pretoria, Durban and Cape Town.
2 - Do South African citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
South African 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 South Africa for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of Swiss embassies in South Africa?
The Swiss representative offices in South Africa will be closed in observance of the following South African and Swiss holidays in 2026/2024:
- Pentecost Monday (CH) Mon, May 25, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in Switzerland vs South Africa
Bern, Switzerland time is is same date and time Pretoria, South Africa