Cyprus Permanent Mission in Geneva

Embassy of Cyprus in Geneva, Switzerland

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Overview

The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Cyprus to the United Nations in Geneva represents Cyprus at the United Nations Office at Geneva and other international organizations based in Switzerland. Located on Rue du Grand-Pré, this diplomatic mission focuses primarily on multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, and representation at UN agencies including the World Health Organization (WHO), International Labour Organization (ILO), World Trade Organization (WTO), Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), and other Geneva-based international bodies. Unlike a traditional bilateral embassy, the Permanent Mission's primary function is international diplomacy rather than consular services for nationals. For bilateral diplomatic matters and comprehensive consular services, Switzerland is covered by the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Rome, Italy. Cyprus also maintains honorary consular representation in Geneva and Zurich for basic local support.
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Visa Services

The Permanent Mission to the United Nations does not process visa applications or provide routine consular services. As both Cyprus and Switzerland are part of the Schengen Area and Cyprus is an EU member state, Swiss citizens do not require visas to visit Cyprus—they enjoy freedom of movement under EU regulations. For third-country nationals residing in Switzerland who require visas to visit Cyprus, applications should be submitted to the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Rome, Italy, which holds consular jurisdiction for Switzerland. The Permanent Mission can provide general information about Cyprus and referrals to appropriate diplomatic channels, but does not handle visa processing. Honorary consulates in Geneva or Zurich may offer preliminary guidance.
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Consular Services

As a Permanent Mission to international organizations, this office does not provide standard bilateral consular services. Cypriot nationals residing in or visiting Switzerland requiring consular assistance—including passport issuance or renewal, civil status registration (births, marriages, deaths), document legalization, notarial services, or emergency assistance—should contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Rome, Italy, which maintains consular jurisdiction for Switzerland. Cyprus also has honorary consulates in Geneva and Zurich that can provide limited local assistance and referrals. The Permanent Mission focuses on multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, representing Cyprus at UN agencies, and participating in international conferences and negotiations in Geneva. For bilateral consular matters, Swiss and Cypriot nationals should contact the Rome embassy or local honorary consulates.
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Business Support

The Permanent Mission engages primarily with international organizations, UN agencies, and multilateral institutions rather than bilateral commercial relations. For bilateral trade inquiries, investment opportunities, business introductions, or commercial documentation between Cyprus and Switzerland, Swiss companies should contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Rome, Italy, or Cyprus's trade promotion authorities directly. The Mission can provide information about Cyprus's participation in international trade organizations and multilateral economic frameworks, particularly those administered through Geneva-based institutions like the WTO. Cyprus offers attractive business opportunities in shipping and maritime services, professional services, tourism, financial services, and as a business hub for the Eastern Mediterranean region. The Mission's work focuses on international economic policy, trade negotiations, and Cyprus's engagement with global economic governance structures.
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Special Notes

This is a Permanent Mission to the United Nations and international organizations in Geneva, not a bilateral embassy for routine consular services. All visits require advance appointments. For comprehensive consular services including passport services, document legalization, and bilateral diplomatic matters, Swiss citizens and Cypriot nationals should contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Rome, Italy, which maintains consular jurisdiction for Switzerland. Cyprus also operates honorary consulates in Geneva and Zurich for limited local assistance and referrals. As both Cyprus and Switzerland participate in the Schengen Area and Cyprus is an EU member, Swiss-Cypriot travel is governed by EU freedom of movement regulations rather than visa requirements. The Permanent Mission is closed on Swiss federal holidays and Cypriot national holidays. For Geneva-based matters, you may contact pm.geneva@mfa.gov.cy; for consular services, contact the Cyprus Embassy in Rome.
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