The Embassy of Eritrea in Stockholm represents Eritrea in Sweden and serves Eritrean citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | Stjärnvägen 2 B, 4 fl., Lidingö, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 441 71 70 |
| Fax | +46 8 446 73 40 |
| info@eritrean-embassy.se | |
| Website | www.eritrean-embassy.se |
| Head of Mission | Fessahazion Pietros Menghistu, Ambassador |
| National Day | 24 May (Independence Day) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 17:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Telephone hours: 09:00–12:00 and 14:30–16:00. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Stjärnvägen 2 B, 4 fl., Lidingö. Lidingö belongs to Greater Stockholm.
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:00–13:00 and 14:30–17:00, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Also listed: Telephone hours: 09:00–12:00 and 14:30–16:00.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Eritrean Embassy in Stockholm
The ambassador is Fessahazion Pietros Menghistu, who presented credentials to the King of Sweden on 16 October 2024.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Eritrean passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Visa and entry information for Swedish citizens
Swedish travellers should confirm visa requirements for Eritrea with the Eritrean embassy before booking; the Swedish Foreign Ministry publishes travel advice for Eritrea but no visa rules for other countries.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Swedish public holidays. It is usually also closed on Eritrea’s national day (24 May). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and Midsummer.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +46 8 441 71 70. 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 Eritrea 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 Eritrea in Sweden
Eritrea in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Eritrea (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Eritrea in Stockholm
What is the address of the Eritrean Embassy in Sweden?
At Stjärnvägen 2 B, 4 fl., Lidingö.
When is the Eritrean Embassy in Stockholm open?
Monday to Friday 08:00–13:00 and 14:30–17:00 (opening hours), according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Eritrea to Sweden?
Fessahazion Pietros Menghistu, who presented credentials on 16 October 2024, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Is the Eritrean Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Eritrea is 24 May; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: official website of the embassy (checked October 2026), Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – Stockholm Diplomatic List (25 September 2026), Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – travel information for Eritrea (Sweden Abroad), www.eritrean-embassy.se. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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