The Honorary Consulate of Finland in Umeå represents Finnish interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Finnish Embassy in Stockholm.
Contact Details
| Address | Björk & Boström Sportresor AB, Skolgatan 57F, Umeå, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 90 71 13 30 +46 70 594 38 33 |
| johan@bjorkobostrom.se | |
| Head of Mission | Johan Björk, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026), the honorary consulate’s office hours are 08:30–17:00; the days of the week are not specified. The hours differ by season; the table shows the main period. Closed on public holidays. Honorary consuls work part-time – confirm by phone first.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Björk & Boström Sportresor AB, Skolgatan 57F, Umeå.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Umeå do?
Finland is represented in Umeå by an honorary consul. Johan Björk holds the post, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry. The Swedish government granted the exequatur – the formal recognition as honorary consul – in 2004. The Swedish Foreign Ministry lists office hours (08:30–17:00); as honorary consuls work part-time, confirm before you go. The quickest way to reach the office: call +46 90 71 13 30 and e-mail johan@bjorkobostrom.se.
The office is located in Västerbotten County. Distance to the Finnish Embassy in Stockholm: about 515 km.
Which Finnish office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Finnish citizens are handled by the Finnish Embassy in Stockholm.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in Sweden, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including Epiphany (6 January), Ascension Day and All Saints’ Day. It is usually also closed on Finland’s national day (6 December). Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and Midsummer.
Finland’s offices in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Finland
- Borås – Honorary Consulate
- Borlänge – Honorary Consulate
- Gävle – Honorary Consulate
- Gothenburg – Honorary Consulate
- Haparanda – Honorary Consulate
- Karlskoga – Honorary Consulate
- Karlstad – Honorary Consulate
- Luleå – Honorary Consulate
- Malmö – Honorary Consulate
- Norrköping – Honorary Consulate
- Skellefteå – Honorary Consulate
- Sundsvall – Honorary Consulate
- Umeå – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Uppsala – Honorary Consulate
- Västerås – Honorary Consulate
- Visby – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Finnish honorary consul in Umeå
Where do I renew my Finnish passport if I live near Umeå?
Finnish passports are issued through the Finnish Embassy in Stockholm, not by the honorary office.
What are the contact details of the Finnish honorary consul in Umeå?
By phone on +46 90 71 13 30 or by e-mail to johan@bjorkobostrom.se.
Who is the Finnish honorary consul in Umeå?
Johan Björk, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026).
Do I need a visa for Finland with a Swedish passport?
No. A valid Swedish passport or national ID card is enough.
How long has the Finnish honorary consul in Umeå held the post?
The Swedish exequatur was granted in 2004, 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 Finland (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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