Novel Coronavirus COVID-19

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Contact the responsible Swiss representation or consulate when you want to register or unregister as a resident, when you need a new passport, have moved or wish to apply for citizenship. The entire selection of services offered can be found in the dropdown menu to the right. The contact details of the responsible Swiss representation are shown on the corresponding page.

Swiss citizens who get into difficulties abroad, also can ask for advice and help from the Swiss representative.

The magazine for the Swiss Abroad appears six times a year and provides information about what is happening at home and the activities of Swiss associations abroad. It also answers administrative questions.

Online desk FDFA

Using the FDFA’s online consular services while abroad.

The relevant Swiss representation abroad can answer any questions concerning the FDFA’s online desk.

For information related to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) please follow the information and advice of the Philippine Department of Health DOH as well as the World Health Organization WHO.

In Switzerland, the Federal Office of Public Health of Switzerland FHPO informs in regards to the Novel Coronavirus and publishes travel advice accordingly. The FHPO has a hotline, available 24/7, for your questions: +41 58 463 00 00.

The Travel Advice FDFA (in German, French and Italian) offers travelers basic information for travel preparation by informing on possible risks and certain precautions. They are to be considered as a complementary source of information.

There are specific travel restrictions in place. If you have travel plans, please consult with the national authorities, airlines and travel agencies.

For urgent requests, you may contact the FDFA Helpline (Tel. +41 800 24-7-365 / +41 58 465 33 33) or the Embassy in Manila (Tel. +63 (0)2 8845 45 45