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 |
|---|---|---|
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Saint Joseph's Day | Thursday, March 19 | 2 weeks |
| March Equinox | Friday, March 20 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Human Rights Day | Saturday, March 21 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Näfelser Fahrt | Thursday, April 02 | 4 weeks |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 4 weeks, 1 day |
| Holy Saturday | Saturday, April 04 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 05 | 1 month |
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:
- Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) (ZA) Sun, Mar 15, 2026 (1 week, 3 days)
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Time in Switzerland vs South Africa
Bern, Switzerland time is 1:00 hours behind Pretoria, South Africa