Swiss Embassy Reduces Staff but Maintains US Diplomatic Channel
Swiss Embassy Reduces Staff but Maintains US Diplomatic Channel
By Living in Tehran | 18 June 2025
Five diplomats and their families working at the Swiss Embassy in Tehran have left the country, whilst seven staff members remain to ensure Switzerland fulfils its mandate to represent US interests in Iran during the ongoing crisis.
Staff Reduction and Mandate Continuity
🇨🇭 Embassy Operations
Current staffing status:
- Departed: Five diplomats and their families
- Remaining: Seven staff members
- Mission: Maintaining US interests representation in Iran
US-Iran Communication Channel
The Federal Department of Foreign Affairs reports that the US diplomatic channel to the Iranian government through the Swiss Embassy is experiencing high activity during the current crisis.
Swiss Citizen Evacuation Requests
📊 Evacuation Applications
The Foreign Affairs Office reports receiving 130 applications from Swiss nationals requiring evacuation assistance from Israel and Iran.
Embassy Contact Information
📞 Swiss Embassy Tehran
Embassy Status: ACTIVE
Contact Details:
- Telephone: (+9821) 22008454
- Fax: (+9821) 22006002
- Email: tehran@eda.admin.ch
- Website: www.eda.admin.ch/tehran
Address:
No. 2, Yasmin St., Sharifi Manesh Ave., Tehran, Iran
Protecting Power Role
US Interests Representation
Switzerland’s role as the protecting power for US interests in Iran represents one of the most critical diplomatic functions during the current crisis, facilitating communication between Washington and Tehran when direct diplomatic relations do not exist.
🔗 Diplomatic Channel Activity
The Federal Department of Foreign Affairs confirms the US-Iran communication channel through the Swiss Embassy is experiencing significant activity, highlighting Switzerland’s crucial role in facilitating dialogue during the crisis.
Embassy Services Status
⚠️ Service Notice
Due to current conditions and staff reduction, embassy services may be limited. Swiss nationals requiring assistance should contact the embassy directly for current service availability and processing times.
Priority Services
The remaining seven staff members are likely prioritising:
- Emergency consular assistance
- US interests representation
- Evacuation coordination
- Crisis communication
Temporary Closure Notice
🇨🇭 سفارت سوئیس
با توجه به شرایط فعلی، سفارت تا اطلاع
ثانوی موقتاً
تعطیل خواهد بود.
اطلاعات جدید متعاقباً در اینجا اعلام
خواهد شد.
Due to current conditions, the embassy will be temporarily closed until further notice. New information will be announced here subsequently.
