The Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Gothenburg is a local point of contact for Estonian citizens and for business and cultural links with Estonia.
Contact Details
| Address | Gamla Almedalsvägen 4, 411 24 Göteborg, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 73 941 47 58 |
| karl.malmstrom@estoniagoteborg.cc | |
| Head of Mission | Karl Malmström, Honorary Consul |
| Consular district | Västra Götaland County |
Opening Hours
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026), the honorary consulate’s office hours are 09:00–16:00; the days of the week are not specified. Closed on public holidays. Honorary consuls work part-time – confirm by phone first.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Gamla Almedalsvägen 4, 411 24 Göteborg.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Gothenburg do?
Estonia is represented in Gothenburg by an honorary consul. Karl Malmström holds the post, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry. According to the list, the exequatur dates from 2024. Its area of responsibility, as given in the Swedish list, is Västra Götaland County. The Swedish Foreign Ministry lists office hours (09:00–16:00); as honorary consuls work part-time, confirm before you go. For an appointment, call +46 73 941 47 58 and e-mail karl.malmstrom@estoniagoteborg.cc.
Gothenburg lies in Västra Götaland County. The embassy in Stockholm is roughly 395 km away.
Which Estonian office issues passports and visas?
For passports, visas and civil status documents, Estonian citizens contact the Estonian Embassy in Stockholm.
When is the office closed?
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Swedish holidays such as the National Day (6 June), Midsummer Eve and Christmas Eve. On the Estonian national day (24 February) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Estonian missions in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Estonia
- Gothenburg – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Halmstad – Honorary Consulate
- Karlskrona – Honorary Consulate
- Malmö – Honorary Consulate
- Norrköping – Honorary Consulate
- Umeå – Honorary Consulate
- Visby – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Estonia in Gothenburg
Where do I renew my Estonian passport if I live near Gothenburg?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Estonian Embassy in Stockholm.
How do I contact the Estonian honorary consul in Gothenburg?
By phone on +46 73 941 47 58 or by e-mail to karl.malmstrom@estoniagoteborg.cc.
Who is the Estonian honorary consul in Gothenburg?
Karl Malmström, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026).
Do I need a visa for Estonia with a Swedish passport?
No. A valid Swedish passport or national ID card is enough.
Since when has Karl Malmström been honorary consul?
The Swedish exequatur was granted in 2024, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026).
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – List of Honorary Consuls in Sweden (9 October 2026), Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – travel information for Estonia (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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