As Iran’s diplomatic representation in Sweden, the Embassy of Iran in Stockholm handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Västra Yttringe Gård, Elfviksvägen 76, Lidingö, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 636 36 60 +46 72 003 03 01 |
| Fax | +46 8 636 36 13 |
| iranemb.sto@mfa.gov.ir | |
| Website | sweden.mfa.gov.ir |
| Head of Mission | Hojjatollah Faghani, Ambassador |
| National Day | 11 February (Victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran) |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published in the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026). Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Västra Yttringe Gård, Elfviksvägen 76, Lidingö. Lidingö belongs to Greater Stockholm.
- Opening hours: not published in the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026) – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in Sweden
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry, Iran is represented by Ambassador Hojjatollah Faghani (credentials presented 14 November 2024).
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Iranian passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for Iran?
Swedish travellers should confirm visa requirements for Iran with the Iranian embassy before booking; the Swedish Foreign Ministry publishes travel advice for Iran but no visa rules for other countries.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Swedish public holidays. The Iranian national day, 11 February, normally means a closure too. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and Midsummer.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +46 8 636 36 60. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In Sweden, the emergency number is 112. Swedish citizens who need help in Iran should contact the Swedish embassy responsible for the country or the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s 24-hour consular duty service on +46 8 405 50 05; Sweden Abroad lists the local contacts.
Diplomatic missions of Iran in Sweden
Iran in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Iran (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Iran in Stockholm
Where is the Iranian Embassy in Stockholm?
At Västra Yttringe Gård, Elfviksvägen 76, Lidingö.
Who is the ambassador of Iran to Sweden?
Hojjatollah Faghani, who presented credentials on 14 November 2024, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Is the Iranian Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Iran is 11 February; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – Stockholm Diplomatic List (25 September 2026), Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – travel information for Iran (Sweden Abroad), sweden.mfa.gov.ir. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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