French Polynesia - Consulate of Switzerland in Papeete |
You are a French Polynesia citizen or you are from Switzerland and are looking for information on the consulate of Switzerland in Papeete situated in French Polynesia. A consulate in Papeete could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Switzerland. It all depends on the importance of Papeete and French Polynesia in the relationships with the government of Switzerland.
The difference between consulates found in Papeete 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 French Polynesia besides Papeete
Swiss Honorary Consulate in Papeete, French Polynesia - Rue des Poilus Tahitiens - 98713 Papeete - French PolynesiaEmail: papeete@honrep.ch - Tel: (+689) 40 420 030 - Website:
Or the embassy of Switzerland in French Polynesia
(There is no embassy of Switzerland located in French Polynesia)
Consulate Appointment in Papeete
Most consulates in Papeete need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Switzerland in Papeete 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 Papeete 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 French Polynesia or Switzerland.
Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate
in Papeete please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.