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The Swiss Embassy in Khartoum is temporarily closed

Sudan

Updated on 10 Nov 2025

The FDFA advises against all travel to Sudan. The security situation is extremely unstable. The Swiss Embassy in Khartoum is temporarily closed. Thus, Switzerland has only limited or no possibilities to help in emergencies or to assist in leaving the country.

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Published on 29 March 2026

Embassy of Switzerland in Sudan

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.

Responsibilities

Suspended consular services in Khartoum

The Swiss Embassy in Nairobi (Kenya) will temporarily take over consular services (Swiss abroad, entry and residence visas, preparation of marriage in Switzerland, etc.) for applicants living in Eritrea and Sudan. Persons from Sudan and Eritrea who wish to avail themselves for Swiss consular services, are requested to contact the Swiss Embassy in Nairobi.

Please contact the FDFA Helpline in case of emergency: helpline@eda.admin.ch or +41 800 24 7 365 or +41 58 465 33 33.

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The tasks of the embassy

The Swiss Embassy is committed to strong bilateral relations: in politics, economy, science, and culture, it fosters exchange and cooperation with the host country across all areas.

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International cooperation

International cooperation encompasses activities in humanitarian aid, development cooperation and economic collaboration, as well as measures to promote peace and strengthen human rights.