Switzerland - Consulate of Australia in Geneva

You are a Swiss citizen or you are from Australia and are looking for information on the consulate of Australia in Geneva situated in Switzerland. A consulate in Geneva could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Australia. It all depends on the importance of Geneva and Switzerland in the relationships with the government of Australia.

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Australian Consulate General in Geneva, Switzerland Chemins des Fins 2 Case Postale 172 1211 Geneva 19 Switzerland

Tel: (+41) 22 799 9100

Fax: (+41) 22 799 9189 or 9178

Email: australian.consulate-geneva@dfat.gov.au mission.australia@ties.itu.int

Website: www.australia.ch

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The difference between consulates found in Geneva are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Australia in Switzerland besides Geneva

Australian Consulate General in Geneva, Switzerland Chemins des Fins 2 Case Postale 172 1211 Geneva 19 Switzerland
Email: australian.consulate-geneva@dfat.gov.au mission.australia@ties.itu.int - Tel: (+41) 22 799 9100 - Website: www.australia.ch

Or the embassy of Australia in Switzerland

(There is no embassy of Australia located in Switzerland)

Consulate Appointment in Geneva

Most consulates in Geneva need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Australia in Geneva first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Geneva do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Switzerland or Australia.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Geneva please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.