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Embassy of Australia in Bern

The Embassy of Australia in Bern. Here you will find all consular services of the embassy as well as all necessary contact information such as phone number, address, opening hours, e-mail and much more information.

Australische Botschaft in Bern

Contact and address of the Embassy of Australia

opening hours of the Australian Embassy

  • Monday:           By appointment
  • Tuesday:         By appointment
  • Wednesday:        By appointment
  • Thursday:    By appointment
  • Friday:            By appointment
  • Saturday:        Closed
  • Sunday:         Closed

Make an appointment at the Australian Embassy in Bern

For a visit to the embassies in Bern In most cases, an appointment is necessary in advance. The Australian Embassy in Bern requires a prior appointment for consular services. Here are the common methods for making an appointment:

  • online appointment booking system: Many embassies offer an online booking system on their official website This is often the quickest and most convenient way to make an appointment.
  • Telephone appointment: If no online booking system is available or you have special requests, you can contact the Embassy directly on the telephone number +41 31 310 17 80  call to schedule an appointment.
  • e-mail: Another option is to request an appointment by email to the following address: bern.embassy@dfat.gov.au. Make sure to include the purpose of the appointment, your full name, and contact information in your email.

Required documents

Before you make an appointment, it is important that you check the website of the Embassy of Australia in Bern to find out what documents are required for your request.

The embassy website usually provides a list of required documents for each service. Preparing these documents in advance will help speed up the process on the day of your appointment.

For more information about visiting an embassy, you can also visit our FAQ Visit page.

Services of the Australian Embassy in Bern

The services of the Australian Embassy in Bern cover a wide range, aimed at both the needs of its own citizens in Switzerland and the concerns of people who have a relationship with Australia or wish to visit the country. The embassy offers a variety of services, including:

  • visa and immigration services
  • Consular services for Australian citizens, such as passport issuance and emergency assistance
  • Notarial services and the legalization of documents
  • information on trade and investment
  • Various other consular services

Other Australian representations in Switzerland

In addition to the embassy in Switzerland, Australia also maintains a consulate general in Geneva.

The Consulate General in Geneva offers similar consular services to the Embassy in Bern, but is specifically responsible for the Geneva region and surrounding areas. The services include, among others:

  • Consular Services and Support for Australian Citizens
  • Visa services for non-citizens wishing to visit Australia
  • Emergency Assistance for Australian Citizens

For specific inquiries, up-to-date information on opening hours, documents required for consular services, it is recommended to visit the official websites of the embassy and consulate directly or to contact these institutions by phone or email.

Further information and sources

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