Closure Notice for Martin Luther King Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, January 16, 2023
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Closure Notice for New Year’s Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, January 2, 2023
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Closure Notice for St. Stephan’s Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, December 26, 2022
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Closure Notice for Zibelemärit
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, November 28, 2022
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Closure Notice for Thanksgiving Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Friday, November 24, 2022
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Closure Notice for Veterans Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Friday, November 11, 2022
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Closure Notice for All Saint’s Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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Message for U.S. Military Veterans in Switzerland and Liechtenstein (October 24, 2022)
Embassy of the United States of America Bern, Switzerland Message for U.S. Military Veterans in Switzerland and Liechtenstein October 24, 2022 In an effort to provide you with helpful resources, information, and events, the U.S. Embassy in Bern would like to create a contact database for all U.S. Military Veterans residing in …
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COVID-19 Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates. For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here COVID-19 INFORMATION Last updated: 10/07/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers . Check the CDC website …
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Closure Notice for Columbus Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, October 10, 2022
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens: Outreach, Passport renewal, and Voting
Embassy of the United States of America Bern, Switzerland The U.S. Embassy in Bern is pleased to provide you with information related to U.S. Citizens living in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. An upcoming passport and notarial outreach in Basel, information on how to renew your passport at any time, and a reminder on how to …
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Voting in U.S. Elections From Abroad
Do you live in Switzerland and want to vote in the 2022 mid-term elections? Now is the time to register and request your ballot! If you live overseas, registering to vote via absentee ballot is quick and easy. Go to FVAP.gov to request your ballot. You can also view all upcoming election dates here . VOTING IN U.S. ELECTIONS …
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Closure Notice for Labor Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, September 5, 2022
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Closure Notice for Swiss National Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, August 1, 2022
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Closure Notice for Independence Day
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, July 4, 2022
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End of Use of Certain Expired U.S. Passports for Direct Return to the United States
U.S. citizens will not be permitted to use their expired U.S. passport to return to the United States after June 30, 2022. If your passport has expired, please visit our website for information on how to renew your passport. Click here to find out if you are eligible to renew your passport by mail.
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Closure Notice for Juneteenth
The Embassy will be closed and there will be NO visa or passport services on this day: Monday, June 20, 2022
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Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern – CDC Testing Order Rescinded (June 13, 2022)
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern – CDC Testing Order Rescinded (June 13, 2022) Location: Countrywide Event: As of yesterday, June 12, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, has …
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Information about COVID-19 and Travel to the United States
Last Updated: June 13, 2022 As of 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, air travelers to the United States are no longer required to show a negative COVID-19 test result, or documentation of recovery from COVID-19, prior to boarding a flight to the United States. For more information, see the Centers for Disease Control order. Proof of vaccination for non-U.S. …
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Demonstration Alert: Bern Demonstrations (March 4, 2022)
Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: Demonstration in Bern, May 3, 2022 On Tuesday, May 3, from 5:30pm until 6:30pm, the Kurdish Society of Bern will hold a demonstration across Sulgeneckstrasse from the U.S. Embassy’s Main and Consular entrances near the Florapark. Approximately 80-100 demonstrators are expected to attend. Local police will be on location to monitor the …
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U.S. Passport renewal by mail
Beginning June 6, 2021, U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland is accepting online fee payments for adult U.S. passport renewal applications. Paying online allows you to mail your application to the U.S. Embassy without the need to apply in person. No more travel to the Embassy to renew a passport! Please see below to determine if you …
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Humanitarian Assistance and Visa Information for Ukrainians who have Evacuated to Switzerland or Liechtenstein
Return to U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Website Last Updated: 06-Apr-2022 Information for U.S. Citizens coming from Ukraine: Ukraine Crisis (state.gov) HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE If you are seeking information about immediate humanitarian assistance in Switzerland or Liechtenstein: Almost all refugee cases in countries abroad are processed by local authorities, in this case the government of Switzerland or Liechtenstein. Ukrainians should not contact the authorities of the United …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: Bern Demonstrations (March 4, 2022)
Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: Demonstrations in Bern On Friday, March 4, from 6:00pm until 7:00pm, there will be a march from the Bundesplatz to the Ukrainian Embassy (Feldeggweg 5, 3005 Bern) where a ‘Minutes of Silence for Peace’ will take place. A ‘Minutes of Silence for Peace’ will also be held at the Kornhausplaz from 7:15pm …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern (February 25, 2022)
Location: Bern and Zurich, Switzerland Events: Demonstrations in Bern and Zurich On Friday, February 25, from 6:45pm until 8:00pm, there will be a demonstration which will include regular Friday bicycle demonstrators riding through Bern. Due to the weather, participants could be larger in number. Traffic will be disrupted at times. The exact route of the …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern (January 4, 2022)
Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: Demonstrations in Bern Friday, February 4, 2022 for the duration of the Olympic Games in Beijing demonstrations will take place near the Chinese embassy (Kalcheggweg 10 off Thunstrasse) and potentially on the Bundesplatz. Friday, February 4, 2022 14.00pm – 16.00pm, weekly anti-COVID demonstrations are expected to take place at the Bahnhofplatz. …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens About Passports: U.S. Embassy Bern (December 28, 2021)
Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until June 30, 2022. You will not be permitted to use your …
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COVID-19 – FAQ for U.S. Citizens
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 soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging repatriation flights in Switzerland and Liechtenstein at this time.
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Passport Fee Increase – Message to U.S. Citizens
PASSPORT FEE INCREASE Routine: U.S. Embassy Bern, December 15, 2021 Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Passport Fee Increase Effective December 27, 2021, the passport book security surcharge will increase by $20. This reflects increases in security-related costs for processing passports, and is added to the application fee and the execution fee to comprise the total cost to …
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Health Message for U.S. Citizens: New Air Travel Policy for Entry to the United States
Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein, countrywide Event: On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight …
Read More» Health Alert: New Restrictions for Travelers from Certain Countries
Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain travelers physically present within the Republic of Botswana, the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of Malawi, the Republic of Mozambique, the Republic of Namibia, the Republic of South Africa, and the Republic of Zimbabwe …
Read More» Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern (November 26, 2021)
Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: Sunday, November 28, 13.00pm – 17.00pm, approximately 5,000-10,000 demonstrators are expected to gather on the Bundesplatz, awaiting the results of the vote (COVID – Law). The local police will be out in large numbers and blockades will be set up. Traffic will be disrupted around the Bundeshaus during the given hours …
Read More» Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (November 5, 2021)
Location: Worldwide: Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to …
Read More» Demonstration Alert
Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: Several demonstrations, both organized and spontaneous, are expected to occur in Bern on Saturday, October 16, 2021. Saturday, October 16, 14:00 – 15:30 “Against Corona Measures” demonstration, held at the Waisenhausplatz. A couple of hundred peaceful demonstrators are expected to attend. Saturday, October 16, 15:00 – 16:30 “Against the killing of …
Read More» Demonstration Alert
Location: All cantons in Switzerland and Lichtenstein Events: Several demonstrations, both organized and spontaneous, are expected to occur throughout Switzerland over the weekend. Recent events show that unplanned demonstrations can also occur without warning. Actions to take: Exercise vigilance and heightened situational awareness over the coming days · Stay alert in public places, …
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Weather Alert – Severe Flooding
Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Weather Alert – Severe Flooding Location: Switzerland Event: Emergency services in numerous cantons across Switzerland are dealing with significant flooding issues. Severe flooding has been reported in Bern, Zurich, Basel, Uri, Vaud, Luzern, and elsewhere throughout Switzerland. Travel routes across the country have been affected. Within Bern, locations near …
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Location: Zürich, Switzerland Events: Zürich Police have notified the Embassy that a demonstration against U.S. policy in Cuba will occur on Thursday, June 17. The demonstration will begin mid-afternoon in downtown Zürich and culminate in a march to the U.S. Consular Agency in Zürich for a rally to be held from 5:00 PM to …
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Location: Zürich, Switzerland Events: Zurich Police have notified the Embassy that a demonstration by Kurdish groups will occur on Thursday, May 27. The demonstration will begin midday in downtown Zurich and culminate in a march to the U.S. Consular Agency in Zurich for a rally to be held from 3:30 PM to …
Read More» Message for U.S. Citizens About Passports: U.S. Embassy Bern (May 25, 2021)
Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021 You qualify for …
Read More» Demonstration Alert
Location: Waisenhausplatz, Bern, Switzerland Events: Saturday, May 22, beginning at 2:00 PM, local authorities expect demonstrators to gather on Waisenhausplatz to demonstrate against the Israeli – Palestinian conflict. Officials expect up to a couple hundred demonstrators to attend. Please be advised that there may be an increased police presence in the area …
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Location: Zürich, Switzerland Events: Zurich Police have notified the Embassy that a demonstration against U.S. policy in Cuba will occur on Monday, May 17. The protest will begin midday in downtown Zurich and culminate in a march to the U.S. Consular Agency in Zurich for a rally to be held from 1:00 …
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Protest Alert
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Bern, Switzerland Events: The Swiss Government has notified the Embassy that a demonstration against U.S. counterterrorism policy in Turkey will occur on Thursday, May 6, 2021. The protest will take place at 3:00 pm at the Kapellenstrasse, near the U.S. Embassy. Local authorities are expecting up …
Read More» May DayDemonstration Alert
U.S Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Bern, Zurich, and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: May Day demonstrations, both organized and spontaneous, are expected to occur throughout Switzerland in recognition of International Workers’ Day today, May 1st. Bern authorities have advised a demonstration is planned for 2:00 PM at Zytglogge. While this demonstration is not …
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U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Zurich, Switzerland Events: Zurich Police have notified the Embassy that a demonstration against U.S. counterterrorism policy in Turkey will occur on Thursday, April 29. The protest will begin at 2:00 PM in downtown Zurich and culminate in a march to the U.S. Consular Agency in Zurich. Local …
Read More» Updated Travel Advisory: U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Switzerland, April 22, 2021
Do not travel to Switzerland due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for the Switzerland due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Switzerland. Read the country information page . …
Read More» Update on Swiss Quarantine Restrictions for U.S. Travelers
The U.S. Department of State has no greater responsibility than the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas. We are committed to proactively advising U.S. citizens about travel amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, including the most up-to-date information about travel restrictions imposed by the Swiss government or the U.S. government. As of April 5, per the Swiss …
Read More» Demonstration Alert
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Bern, Switzerland Liestal, Switzerland Events: Demonstrations are expected to take place on Saturday, March 20, 2021 beginning at noon to 6.00pm, Bundesplatz, Bern and noon to 6.00pm, in Liestal. The demonstrators intend to protest against ongoing COVID-19 mitigation measures. Actions to take: Exercise caution Stay alert in public places, including schools, …
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U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 22, 2021) Location: U.S. Embassy, Bern and Downtown Bern Events: Tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, January 23, 2021, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, local authorities expect up to 5 demonstrators to gather outside of U.S. Embassy Bern in support of Wikileaks founder Julian …
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U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (February 19, 2021) Location: U.S. Embassy, Bern Events: Planned demonstrations, regarding support of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange are scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2021 from 2:00-3:00pm outside the U.S. Embassy, Bern. As with all such gatherings, even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational …
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U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Demonstration Alert: U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 22, 2021) Location: U.S. Embassy, Bern and Downtown Bern Events: Tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, January 23, 2021, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, local authorities expect up to 5 demonstrators to gather outside of U.S. Embassy Bern in support of Wikileaks founder Julian …
Read More» Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (January 15, 2021)
Health Alert – Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs (January 15, 2021) Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must …
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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 for Friday, January 8, 2021 from 4:00 to 5:00 PM and Saturday, January 9, 2021, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM outside the U.S. Embassy, Bern. As with all such gatherings, …
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Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (December 3, 2020)
Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein countrywide Event: During the holiday season, security measures in Switzerland and Liechtenstein remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by violent extremist ideology throughout Europe. Violent extremists continue to focus on locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, …
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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 21, 2020 from 1:00 PM at the Bundesplatz. It is possible that other unplanned demonstrations also related to the ongoing COVID-19 measures could form at the Bahnofplatz and occur at …
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Runoff Elections in Georgia/Louisiana
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 in the upcoming runoff elections. More information on the runoff elections in Georgia can be found here: https://www.fvap.gov/georgia and in Louisiana here: https://www.fvap.gov/louisiana . Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling …
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Closure Notice for Thanksgiving Day 2020
The U.S. Embassy Bern will be closed and there will be no visa or passport services on this day: Wednesday, November 26, 2020
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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 U.S. election process is planned for November 4–6, 2020 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Waisenhausplatz. It is possible that other unplanned demonstrations also related to the U.S. elections …
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Closure Notice for Veterans Day 2020
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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Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By
Don’t Let the Elections Pass You By If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can …
Read More» Demonstration Alert
Subject: Demonstration Alert: Bern – Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Location: Bern, Kornhausbrücke, Zytglogge, and Bundesplatz Event: Protestors and activists are chaining themselves together and targeting public transit routes, including Kornhausbrücke, Zytglogge, and Bundesplatz. Details are evolving, the groups are moving, and police are on the scene attempting to disperse the crowds. We anticipate traffic disruptions …
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Webinar on Business Travel to the U.S. During COVID-19
U.S. Embassy Bern held a webinar and question & answer session September 16, 2020 with a focus on business travel to the U.S. during COVID-19. If you missed the live stream, catch a recording of the webinar on our YouTube channel.
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (August 10, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. On August 6, in close coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of State lifted the …
Read More» Travel Advisory for Switzerland – Level 3 – Reconsider travel (August 7, 2020)
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Reconsider travel to Switzerland due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for the Switzerland due to COVID-19. Improved conditions have been reported within Switzerland. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Switzerland. Read the country information page …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (August 3, 2020)
Subject:Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (August 3, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel for details. Current Information: An overview …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 27, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 27, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 20, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 20, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel for details. Consular Services: Although services …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 13, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 13, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel for details. Consular Services: …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 6, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (July 6, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 29, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 29, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 15, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert: COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 22, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please see the …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (June 19, 2020)
UPDATE: The police activity in central Geneva has ended. The area is once again open for traffic, but expect delays due to the previous road closures. Subject: Security Alert: Increased Police Activity in Geneva – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (19 June 2020) Location: Jardin Anglais/Mont Blanc Bridge area in central Geneva Event: The …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 15, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 29, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The Department of State and the CDC advise U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. …
Read More» Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (June 12, 2020)
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Subject: Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Basel, Bern, Zurich, and various other locations in Switzerland (12 June 2020) Event: Numerous demonstrations are being planned over the coming weeks in various locations in Switzerland over concerns about racial discrimination and civil rights in the United States. Some events are …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 8, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (June 8, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can locate you in an emergency. Please continue to monitor the Embassy’s COVID-19 information page …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 29, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 29, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Latest update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can locate you in an emergency. Please continue to monitor the Embassy’s COVID-19 information page …
Read More» Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (June 5, 2020)
Subject: Demonstration Alert U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (June 5, 2020) Location: Geneva and various other locations in Switzerland Event: Numerous demonstrations are being planned for the next week in various locations in Switzerland over concerns about racial discrimination and civil rights in the United States. Some events are expected to attract large crowds. …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 22, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 22, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can locate you in an emergency. Please continue to monitor the Embassy’s COVID-19 information page and …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 15, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 15, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can locate you in an emergency. Please continue to monitor the Embassy’s COVID-19 information page and …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 8, 2020)
Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 8, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can locate you in an emergency. Please continue to …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 1, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (May 1, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 24, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 24, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP ) to receive health and security updates and …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 17, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 17, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 9, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 09, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 6, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 06, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 3, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 03, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 2, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 02, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 1, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (April 1, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 31, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 31, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 30, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 30, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the State Department can …
Read More» Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 27, 2020)
For all Alerts and Messages from the U.S. Embassy Bern, please click here Subject: Health Alert – COVID-19 Information for Switzerland and Liechtenstein (March 27, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Daily update for U.S. citizens regarding COVID-19 in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive health and security updates and to ensure the …
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Smart Traveler Enrollment Program – STEP
The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Receive important information from the U.S. Embassy Bern about safety conditions in your destination country, helping you make informed decisions about your travel plans. Help the U.S. Embassy contact you …
Read More» Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern (March 20, 2020)
U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Subject:Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern (March 20, 2020) Location:Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: On March 19, 2020 the Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Alert – Do not travel The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, …
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Warning – Avoid Nonessential Travel – CDC Travel Notice Level 3, Widespread Ongoing Transmission
CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to the specified countries in Europe, including Switzerland and Lichtenstein. For a full list see: What countries are included in this notice Europe is experiencing widespread ongoing transmission of respiratory illness caused by the novel (new) coronavirus (COVID-19) . Older adults and people of any age with serious chronic medical conditions are at increased risk for severe disease. Travelers should avoid contact with …
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Closure Alert – Consular Agency Zurich
Subject: Closure Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: U.S. Consular Agency Zurich, Switzerland Event: The Consular Agency in Zurich will not offer regular public hours from March 16 until April 3. U.S. citizens requiring assistance can contact the American Citizens Services Unit in U.S. Embassy Bern. To schedule an appointment, please …
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Proclamation – COVID-19 – Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants
The World Health Organization has determined that multiple countries within the Schengen Area are experiencing sustained person-to-person transmission of SARS CoV-2, which causes the disease COVID-19. Presidential Proclamation 9984 restricts and suspends the entry into the United States, as immigrants or nonimmigrants, of all aliens who were physically present within the Schengen Area (which includes Switzerland and Lichtenstein) …
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Subject: Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Bern, Lucerne, Zurich, Davos, and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: Planned and unplanned demonstrations are expected to take place in a variety of locations in the lead up to the 2020 World Economic Forum which will take place January 20 – 24, …
Read More» Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 7, 2020)
Subject: Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 7, 2020) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as …
Read More» Security Alert: U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 27, 2019)
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 27, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern (November 27, 2019) Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein countrywide Event: During the holiday season, security measures in Switzerland and Liechtenstein remain heightened due to ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by violent extremist ideology throughout …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – Geneva Airport
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 15, 2019) Subject: Demonstration Alert for Geneva Airport on November 16, 2019 – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland Location: Geneva Airport Event: Media reports indicate a potential demonstration by environmental groups at Geneva Airport starting at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 16. Travelers should anticipate …
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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (November 08, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert for Bern and other locations on November 8, 2019 Location: Bern and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: Demonstrators will gather in Bern and possibly other cities on Saturday, November 9, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 …
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Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (October, 25, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert (October 25, 2019) Location: Bern and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: Kurdish groups have announced plans to demonstrate in downtown Bern on Saturday, October 26, from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Planned and unplanned demonstrations …
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Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (October 11, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert Location: Bern, Zurich, Geneva, and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: Kurdish groups and anarchist groups have announced separate plans to demonstrate in Bern, Zurich, and Geneva over the next few days. Planned and unplanned …
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Joint Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) FAQ
The 2010 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act, known as FATCA, created new reporting requirements for taxpayers with specified foreign assets. Visit the Joint Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) from the Department of the Treasury, the Department of State, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Social Security Administration for more information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/while-abroad/Joint-Foreign-Account-Tax-Compliance-FATCA-FAQ.html
Read More» Security Alert – for France on July 19, 2019
Subject: Security Alert for France on July 19, 2019 Location: Paris, Marseille, and other major cities including but not limited to Lyons, Montpellier, Nice, and Toulon. Event: Large gatherings in major French cities are expected on Friday, July 19, 2019 following the Africa Cup of Nations final soccer match between Algeria and Senegal. …
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Demonstration Alert for Geneva on June 29, 2019 i Embassy Bern, Switzerland Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert for Geneva on June 29, 2019 Location: Geneva: Place des Nations and Avenue de Bude Event: Police expect up to 10,000 demonstrators and counter-demonstrators to gather in Geneva on Saturday, June 29, between 9:00 …
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AlertSwiss App
Disaster can strike at any time. Luckily, there is Alertswiss , a mobile app developed by the Federal Office for Civil Protection to help you plan for and stay safe in an emergency while in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. With Alertswiss , you receive alerts, warnings and information in real time. So that you always know exactly and …
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Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (March 13, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert Location: Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg, Neuchatel, Sion, and Jura, Switzerland (Possibly other cities) Event: Planned demonstrations related to climate change are expected to take place in a variety of locations around Switzerland on Friday, March 15, 2019 …
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Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 30, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert Location: Bern, Fribourg/Freiburg, Zurich, Luzern, Geneva, Delemont, Neuchatel, Biel/Bienne, Solothurn, Basel, St. Gallen, Bellinzona, Lausanne Event: On Saturday, February 2, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Klimastreik Schweiz, Greve du Climat Suisse, and Sciopero per …
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 23, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Updated Security Alert: All Clear in Geneva – Explosion Linked to Electrical Junction Box Failure Location: Areas surrounding the U.S. Consular Agency Geneva, Rue François-Versonnex 7, CH-1207 Geneva, Switzerland Event: Geneva Police have confirmed that the …
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Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 23, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Security Alert Location: Areas surrounding the U.S. Consular Agency Geneva, Rue François-Versonnex 7, CH-1207 Geneva, Switzerland Event: There are reports of an explosion in the area around the Consular Agency. Avoid the area and seek shelter …
Read More» Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 11, 2019)
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 11, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Demonstration Alert Location: Bern, Geneva, Zurich, Davos, and possibly other cities in Switzerland Event: Planned and unplanned demonstrations are expected to take place in a variety of locations in the lead up to the 2019 World Economic …
Read More» Weather Alert – High Avalanche Danger (January 9, 2019)
Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland (January 9, 2019) Subject: U.S. Embassy Bern – Weather Alert – High Avalanche Danger Location: Switzerland and Liechtenstein Alpine Regions Event: The Swiss Weather Service and the European Avalanche Warning System report a significant increase in avalanche danger as a consequence of fresh snow …
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American Citizens Services – FAQ
Top Tips for Americans Visiting Switzerland
Top Tips for Americans Visiting Switzerland Check your passport validity: You will be denied entry into Switzerland if your passport is expired or is expiring soon. To enter Switzerland or the Schengen area, your passport must remain valid for 90 days after your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Before leaving the U.S., …
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U.S. Global Entry Program to Start in Switzerland February 1, 2017
January 11, 2017, Bern – The U.S. Embassy in Bern and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) welcome the Swiss Federal Council’s decision to finalize the implementation of our December 2015 agreement to expand the U.S. Global Entry program to interested Swiss citizens. Frequent travelers who enroll in the trusted traveler program will benefit from faster and easier entry …
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