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Ambassador McMullen’s Farewell Message to the United States’ Swiss and Liechtenstein Partners &...

14 January, 2021 | Ambassador, News

In his farewell message, Ambassador McMullen celebrates the strong ties between the United States and Switzerland and Liechtenstein, reflects on the incredible accomplishments of the…

Two U.S. Expert Speakers at 4th International Block Chain Forum

14 January, 2021 | Events, Health Issues, News, Public Affairs, Science & Tech

U.S. Embassy Bern is proud to support the virtual 4th International Block Chain forum on February 4th organized by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences, including two…

COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein

13 January, 2021 | Consular Affairs, Health Issues, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services

For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here COVID-19 INFORMATION FOR SWITZERLAND AND LIECHTENSTEIN Last updated: 01/13/2021 Country-Specific Information:  …

COVID-19 – FAQ

13 January, 2021 | Consular Affairs, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services

International commercial flight options currently exist in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.  U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as…

Closure Notice for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2021

12 January, 2021 | embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services, Visas

Closure Notice for Martin Luther King, Jr.  Day 2021  The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this…

Demonstration Alert

8 January, 2021 | Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages

Demonstration Alert:  U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 8, 2021)  Location:        U.S. Embassy, Bern Events:         Planned demonstrations, regarding support of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange are scheduled…

Closure Notice for New Year 2021

23 December, 2020 | embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Visas

The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on the following day: Friday, January 1, 2021 We wish everyone…

Closure Notice for Christmas 2020

22 December, 2020 | embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Visas

The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on the following days: Thursday, December 24, 2020 Friday, December 25,…

Happy Holidays & New Year From Ambassador McMullen and the US Embassy

21 December, 2020 | Ambassador, embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News

From the U.S. Embassy in Bern, Margaret Ann and I wish you all the happiest Christmas, Hannukah, and holiday season.  Thank you to the Swiss…

Emergency Visa Services

4 December, 2020 | Business, Consular Affairs, Doing Business in the U.S., Education, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Study in the U.S., Visas

Embassy Bern Emergency Visa Services   Embassy Bern is only processing emergency appointments for urgent travel of limited categories of non-immigrant visa applications. Currently, we…

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (December 3, 2020)

3 December, 2020 | Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages

Location:        Switzerland and Liechtenstein countrywide Event:             During the holiday season, security measures in Switzerland and Liechtenstein remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed…

International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2020

1 December, 2020 | Human Rights, News, Science & Tech

December 3rd is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2020, a day to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in…

Demonstration Alert

20 November, 2020 | Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages

Demonstration Alert:  U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 20, 2020) Location:        Bundesplatz, Bern Events:         Planned demonstrations, against ongoing COVID-19 mitigation measures are scheduled for Saturday, November…

Runoff Elections in Georgia/Louisiana

17 November, 2020 | Consular Affairs, News, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services

If you are registered to vote in the State of Georgia or in the 5th Congressional District of Louisiana, you may be eligible to vote…

Closure Notice for Thanksgiving Day 2020

17 November, 2020 | Consular Affairs, embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Visa Waiver Program, Visas

The U.S. Embassy Bern will be closed and there will be no visa or passport services on this day: Wednesday, November 26, 2020

Demonstration Alert

4 November, 2020 | Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages

Demonstration Alert:  U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 4, 2020)   Location:        Throughout the city of Bern Events: A demonstration, which calls for peace throughout the…

Experience U.S. Embassy Bern’s Four-Season Garden

3 November, 2020 | embassy, Environment, News

Ever wondered just what the grounds of the U.S. Ambassador’s residence look like?  What curiosities, quiet leafy corners, ancient statuary, or hypnotic fountains adorn the…

Closure Notice for Veterans Day 2020

3 November, 2020 | Consular Affairs, embassy, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Visas

The U.S. Embassy Bern will be closed and there will be no visa or passport services on this day: Wednesday, November 11, 2020

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