The Embassy of El Salvador in Stockholm is El Salvador’s diplomatic mission to Sweden. Salvadoran nationals in Sweden turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Herserudsvägen 5A, 5 fl., 181 50 Lidingö, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 765 86 21 |
| embajadasuecia@rree.gob.sv | |
| Head of Mission | Ricardo Alfonso Cisneros Rodriguez, Ambassador |
| National Day | 15 September (Independence Day) |
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 Herserudsvägen 5A, 5 fl., 181 50 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.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
Who runs the Salvadoran Embassy?
Ricardo Alfonso Cisneros Rodriguez heads the embassy as ambassador; the Swedish diplomatic list gives 18 March 2026 as the date of the presentation of credentials. One honorary consulate – in Malmö – supports Salvadoran citizens outside the capital.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Salvadoran passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for El Salvador
Documents checklist
What Salvadoran citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Salvadoran government information:
Renewing a Salvadoran ordinary passport abroad
- Your original, valid DUI (identity document) – updated if your name or marital status has changed
- Your expired or soon-to-expire original passport
- Proof of payment – US$60 outside Central America
- Lost or stolen passport: a sworn declaration at the consulate (extra fee)
- Minors: the child’s passport, both parents with valid DUI or Salvadoran passport, or a special power of attorney from the absent parent
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador – ordinary passports for Salvadorans abroad (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Travelling from Sweden to El Salvador
Entry and visa rules for El Salvador are set by El Salvador itself – the Swedish Foreign Ministry refers travellers to the Salvadoran authorities. Its travel information for El Salvador (in Swedish) covers safety, health and passport validity.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Swedish public holidays. On the Salvadoran national day (15 September) 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, Salvadoran citizens should call the embassy on +46 8 765 86 21. 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 El Salvador 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 El Salvador in Sweden
El Salvador in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of El Salvador (this page)
- Malmö – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of El Salvador in Stockholm
Where is the Salvadoran Embassy in Stockholm?
At Herserudsvägen 5A, 5 fl., 181 50 Lidingö.
Who is the ambassador of El Salvador to Sweden?
Ricardo Alfonso Cisneros Rodriguez, who presented credentials on 18 March 2026, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
When is the Salvadoran national day?
The national day of El Salvador is 15 September; 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 El Salvador (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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