The Permanent Mission of the Republic of the Congo to the United Nations in Geneva represents the Republic of Congo (capital: Brazzaville) at the United Nations Office at Geneva and other international organizations based in Switzerland. Located on Rue des Pâquis in central Geneva, 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), and the UN Human Rights Council. Unlike a traditional bilateral embassy, the Permanent Mission's primary function is international diplomacy rather than consular services for nationals. For bilateral consular matters, the Republic of Congo Embassy in Berlin, Germany, maintains responsibility for Switzerland.
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Visa Services
The Permanent Mission to the United Nations does not process visa applications. Swiss citizens and residents planning to visit the Republic of the Congo for tourism, business, family visits, or other purposes should contact the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Berlin, Germany, which holds consular jurisdiction for Switzerland. Visa applications require a completed application form, valid passport with at least six months remaining validity, recent passport photographs, proof of yellow fever vaccination (mandatory for entry to Republic of Congo), confirmed travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation or invitation letter. Processing times and current requirements should be confirmed directly with the Berlin embassy before applying.
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Consular Services
As a Permanent Mission to international organizations, this office does not provide standard consular services. Citizens of the Republic of the Congo 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—must contact the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Berlin, Germany. The Permanent Mission focuses on multilateral diplomacy, international cooperation, and representing the Republic of Congo at UN agencies and international conferences in Geneva. For bilateral consular matters, the Berlin embassy maintains full responsibility for Swiss territory.
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Business Support
The Permanent Mission engages primarily with international organizations, UN agencies, and multilateral institutions rather than bilateral commercial relations. The Republic of the Congo possesses significant natural resources including petroleum (which dominates the economy), timber, potash, zinc, and copper. For bilateral trade inquiries, investment opportunities, business introductions, or commercial documentation, Swiss companies should contact the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Berlin, Germany. The Mission can provide information about the Republic of Congo's participation in international trade organizations and multilateral economic frameworks, particularly those administered through Geneva-based institutions like the WTO.
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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 consular services. All visits require advance appointments. For comprehensive consular services including visa applications, passport services, document legalization, and bilateral diplomatic matters, Swiss citizens and Congolese nationals should contact the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Berlin, Germany, which maintains consular jurisdiction for Switzerland. Important: The Republic of the Congo (capital: Brazzaville) is a separate country from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (capital: Kinshasa). Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry to the Republic of Congo. Before traveling, consult current travel advisories from the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA).