The Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Stockholm is the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s diplomatic mission to Sweden. Congolese nationals in Sweden turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Stjärnvägen 2, 7 fl., 181 23 Lidingö, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 765 83 80 |
| Fax | +46 8 765 85 91 |
| missionrdchbstockholm22@gmail.com | |
| Head of Mission | Lofemba Leopold Bompese, Ambassador |
| National Day | 30 June |
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
The embassy is located at Stjärnvägen 2, 7 fl., 181 23 Lidingö. Lidingö is part of the Stockholm metropolitan area.
- 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
The ambassador is Lofemba Leopold Bompese, who presented credentials to the King of Sweden on 15 February 2024.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Congolese passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Visas for travellers who need one for the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the website first.
Visa and entry information for Swedish citizens
Swedish travellers should confirm visa requirements for the Democratic Republic of the Congo with the Congolese embassy before booking; the Swedish Foreign Ministry publishes travel advice for the Democratic Republic of the Congo but no visa rules for other countries.
Closing days
Like most offices in Sweden, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Epiphany (6 January), Ascension Day and All Saints’ Day. On the Congolese national day (30 June) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Congolese citizens should call the embassy on +46 8 765 83 80. 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 the Democratic Republic of the Congo 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 the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Sweden
The Democratic Republic of the Congo in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Stockholm
What is the address of the Congolese Embassy in Sweden?
At Stjärnvägen 2, 7 fl., 181 23 Lidingö.
Who is the ambassador of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Sweden?
Lofemba Leopold Bompese, who presented credentials on 15 February 2024, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Is the Congolese Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is 30 June; 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 the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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