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 |
|---|---|---|
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, October 25 | 1 week, 3 days |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 2 weeks, 3 days |
| Immaculate Conception | Tuesday, December 08 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Day of Reconciliation | Wednesday, December 16 | 2 months |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 2 months |
| Christmas Eve | Thursday, December 24 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Christmas Day | Friday, December 25 | 2 months, 1 week |
| St. Stephen's Day | Saturday, December 26 | 2 months, 1 week |
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:
- Daylight Saving Time ends (CH) Sun, Oct 25, 2026 (1 week, 3 days)
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Time in Switzerland vs South Africa
Bern, Switzerland time is is same date and time Pretoria, South Africa