Embassy of Bulgaria in Bern

The Embassy of Bulgaria 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.

Contact and address of the Embassy of Bulgaria

Address: Bernastrasse 2/4, 3005 Bern, Switzerland
Phone: +41 31 351 14 55
Fax: +41 31 351 00 64
E-mail: embassy.bern@mfa.bg
Website: www.mfa.bg/embassies/switzerland
Line: Mr. Radi Naydenov, Ambassador

Opening hours of the Bulgarian Embassy

Monday: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:30 – 17:30
Tuesday: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:30 – 17:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:30 – 17:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:30 – 17:30
Friday: 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:30 – 17:30
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Consular Department of the Bulgarian Embassy

Phone: +41 31 351 13 67
E-mail: consular.bern@mfa.bg

Make an appointment at the Bulgarian Embassy in Bern

For a visit to the embassies in Bern In most cases, an appointment is necessary in advance. The Bulgarian 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 of Bulgaria directly on the phone number +41 31 351 14 55 call to schedule an appointment.
e-mail: Another option is to request an appointment by email to the following address: embassy.bern@mfa.bg. Make sure to include the purpose of the appointment, your full name, and contact information in your email.

Required documents

For the processing of applications to the Bulgarian Embassy in Bern must certain Documents which vary depending on the service. The most commonly required documents include:

Valid passport or identity card: A current Bulgarian or foreign identity document.
application forms: The corresponding, fully completed form for the respective service.
passport photos: Current biometric passport photos are required when applying for passports or identity cards.
evidence of personal data: Birth certificates, marriage certificates or other documents confirming identity.
copies of the documents: Both originals and copies of the submitted documents are often requested.
proof of payment: Proof of payment of consular fees, which must be paid in advance.

It is recommended to use the required documents completely and prepare in advance to avoid delays or problems during processing. A detailed list of necessary documents can be found on the official website of the embassy.

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Services of the Bulgarian Embassy in Bern

The Embassy of Bulgaria in Bern offers a variety of consular services for both Bulgarian citizens and foreign visitors. These include:

visa application
passport issuance
identity cards
certifications
birth, marriage and death registration
Notarial Services
Consular certificates
legal advice and support

Other representations of Bulgaria in Switzerland

In addition to the Bulgarian Embassy in Bern, there are other consular offices in Switzerland that offer consular services to Bulgarian citizens and other persons. These are located in Zurich and Lugano.

Further information and sources

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