Bahrain - Consulate of Switzerland in Manama |
You are a Bahraini citizen or you are from Switzerland and are looking for information on the consulate of Switzerland in Manama situated in Bahrain. A consulate in Manama could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Switzerland. It all depends on the importance of Manama and Bahrain in the relationships with the government of Switzerland.
The difference between consulates found in Manama 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 Switzerland in Bahrain besides Manama
Swiss Consulate General in Manama, Bahrain Bahrain World Trade Center West Tower, 28th floor King Faisal Highway, Area 316 Manama BahrainEmail: manama@honrep.ch - Tel: (+973) 1751 7780 - Website:
Or the embassy of Switzerland in Bahrain
(There is no embassy of Switzerland located in Bahrain)
Consulate Appointment in Manama
Most consulates in Manama need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Switzerland in Manama 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 Manama 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 Bahrain or Switzerland.
Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate
in Manama please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.