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Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland

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Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland, located at Kirchenfeldstrasse 28. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of India, or find information about the address, online resources including the official website, Facebook page, and Twitter, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, office hours, upcoming holidays, and head of mission (HOM).

Location Map

Located at Kirchenfeldstrasse 28, the embassy is near key landmarks like Historical Museum and Einstein Museum. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Easter Monday: April 21 Flag of Switzerland
  • Labour Day: May 01 Flag of Switzerland
  • Buddha Purnima: May 12 Flag of India
  • Ascension Day: May 29 Flag of Switzerland

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Registration of marriage, birth, and death
  • Attestation of documents
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
  • NRI (Non Resident Indian) certificate
  • Renunciation of Indian citizenship

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Swiss passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Mridul Kumar, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of India to Switzerland

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

Online Resources

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Additional Missions in Switzerland

Besides Embassy of India in Bern, Switzerland, India also has 2 representations in the following cities of Switzerland:


View All Diplomatic Missions of India in Switzerland

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of India in neighboring countries or regions of Switzerland.

See also

Switzerland in India

Switzerland has 5 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

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Local Times and Last Update

  • Bern, Switzerland: 1:01 PM, Sunday April 20, 2025 (W. Europe Daylight Time)

    New Delhi, India: 4:31 PM, Sunday April 20, 2025 (India Standard Time)

This page was last edited on 02 July 2024 at 06:48 AM (EST).

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