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Consulate General of Portugal in Zurich, Switzerland

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Consulate General of Portugal in Zurich, Switzerland, located at Zeltweg 13. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    Zeltweg 13
    CH-8032 Zürich
    Switzerland

  • Telephone

    +41 44 200 3040, +41 31 560 3850

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 3:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Zürich: 10:11 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at Zeltweg 13, the consulate is near key landmarks like Kunsthaus Zürich and Grossmünster. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Portugal in Zurich, Switzerland

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Portugal Day: June 10 Flag of Portugal
  • National Day: August 1 Flag of Switzerland
  • Republic Day: October 5 Flag of Portugal
  • All Saints' Day: November 1 Flag of Portugal

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Swiss passport, you do not need a visa to enter Portugal.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Portugal without a visa. The most common types of Portugal visas are the following.

  • Temporary stay visas (less than a year)
    • Work (seasonal work, independent work, highly qualified activity, professorial activity, etc.)
    • Study and Research
    • Professional training, internship, or volunteer work
    • Health (Medical treatment, accompanying a family member undergoing medical treatment, etc.)
    • Youth Mobility - International Agreements (study programs, student exchange, etc.)
    • Exceptional reasons
    • Religious purposes
  • Residency visas (over one year)
    • Work (subordinate work, independent work, entrepreneurs, higher education teaching, etc.)
    • Study and Research
    • Professional training, internship, or volunteer work
    • Residency visa for family reunification purposes
    • Flexed Residency (Residency visa for retirement purposes, religious purposes, etc.)

Head of Mission

Gonçalo Motta, Consul General

Related Content

Portuguese Passports

A Portuguese passport is an essential travel document issued to Portuguese citizens, allowing them to travel internationally and serving as proof of identity and nationality. It grants holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to numerous countries and provides the right to live, work, and study in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland. To explore the types of Portuguese passports, security features, and application process, Learn more about Portuguese passports.

Visa Services

Portuguese embassies and consulates process visa applications for foreign nationals traveling for tourism, business, work, study, or family visits. Applicants must submit a valid passport, proof of financial means, and supporting documents based on the visa type. Additional requirements, such as an invitation letter or travel itinerary, may apply.

Diplomatic missions ensure compliance with Schengen regulations and provide guidance on visa categories and application procedures.

For more details, visit the nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate.

Citizenship and Civil Registry Services

Portuguese diplomatic missions handle birth, marriage, and death registrations, along with processing citizenship applications and confirmations. They also assist with nationality inquiries and provide legal documentation for Portuguese citizens abroad.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in Switzerland

Besides Consulate General of Portugal in Zurich, Switzerland, Portugal also has 5 representations in the following cities of Switzerland:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Portugal in Switzerland

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Portugal in neighboring countries or regions of Switzerland.

See also

Switzerland in Portugal

Switzerland has 2 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 04 June 2026 at 09:13 AM (EST).

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