Suspension of visa applications
Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID 19), the Embassy informs that visa applications are suspended until further notice.
Please also refer to the FAQ on the website of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM):
Embassy of Switzerland in Senegal
Beware of visa scams
Please be aware that visa scams exist Fraudulent companies offer websites that claim to offer assistance in obtaining a visa and charge a fee for providing information. Only the Embassy's website is authoritative, and only the Embassy has the authority to decide whether to issue a visa. The Embassy provides you with free visa application forms and informs on procedures without any charges.
The fees for a Swiss visa are paid in cash only at the counter of the Embassy and the visa applicant must appear in person.
For more information: Swiss Crime Prevention
Entry measures
In order to contain the spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19), the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) issues regulations for entry into Switzerland and defines the countries and regions with a high risk of infection. The information is updated on the website of the Federal Office of Public Health FOPH and its page on entering Switzerland (testing and quarantine).
For entry into Switzerland by air, the following provisions apply:
- PCR test (molecular biology test for SARS-CoV-2, carried out at the latest 72 hours before departure).
Please note that only the airline decides on the admission of passengers on board and that the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs cannot give any instructions.
The Embassy does not issue Laissez-passer with regard to PCR tests, even if an airline requests for it.
As the official representation of Switzerland, the Embassy covers all matters concerning diplomatic relations between the two countries. It represents Swiss interests in the areas of political, economic, financial and legal affairs, as well as science, education and culture.
Detailed information can be found on the French page.
