The Embassy of Afghanistan in Stockholm is Afghanistan’s diplomatic mission to Sweden. Afghan nationals in Sweden turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Skepparbacken 2B, 131 50 Saltsjö-Duvnäs, Sweden |
| info@afghanembassy.se | |
| Website | www.afghanembassy.se |
| Head of Mission | Najibullah Mohajer, Chargé d’affaires a.i. |
| National Day | 19 August (Independence Day) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 14:00 |
Hours shown: consular section hours, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026). Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Skepparbacken 2B, 131 50 Saltsjö-Duvnäs. Saltsjö-Duvnäs belongs to Greater Stockholm.
- Consular section hours: Monday to Thursday 09:30–16:00; Friday 09:30–14:00, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026).
- Consular section: Flygfältsgatan 2B, 128 30 Skarpnäck.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Afghan Embassy in Stockholm
The embassy is currently led by Najibullah Mohajer as chargé d’affaires a.i., according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026).
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Afghan passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Travelling from Sweden to Afghanistan
Swedish travellers should confirm visa requirements for Afghanistan with the Afghan embassy before booking; the Swedish Foreign Ministry publishes travel advice for Afghanistan but no visa rules for other countries.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Swedish holidays such as the National Day (6 June), Midsummer Eve and Christmas Eve. The Afghan national day, 19 August, normally means a closure too. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Afghan citizens should contact the embassy. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In Sweden, the emergency number is 112. Swedish citizens who need help in Afghanistan 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 Afghanistan in Sweden
Afghanistan in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Afghanistan (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Afghanistan in Stockholm
What is the address of the Afghan Embassy in Sweden?
At Skepparbacken 2B, 131 50 Saltsjö-Duvnäs.
What are the opening hours of the Afghan Embassy in Stockholm?
Monday to Thursday 09:30–16:00; Friday 09:30–14:00 (consular section hours), according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Who leads the Afghan Embassy in Stockholm?
Chargé d’affaires a.i. Najibullah Mohajer, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Is the Afghan Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Afghanistan is 19 August; 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 Afghanistan (Sweden Abroad), www.afghanembassy.se. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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