Icelandic nationals in and around Karlstad can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Iceland in Karlstad for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | Bärstavägen 22, 663 41 Hammarö, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 73 590 00 44 |
| Head of Mission | Madeleine Ströje Wilkens, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026), visits are by appointment only. Closed on public holidays. Honorary consuls work part-time – confirm by phone first.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Bärstavägen 22, 663 41 Hammarö.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Karlstad do?
This honorary office looks after Icelandic interests in Karlstad. Madeleine Ströje Wilkens holds the post, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry. The Swedish government granted the exequatur – the formal recognition as honorary consul – in 2011. Meetings are arranged individually, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry. The quickest way to reach the office: call +46 73 590 00 44.
The office itself is located in Hammarö, in the Karlstad area. Karlstad lies in Värmland County. The embassy in Stockholm is roughly 260 km away.
Which Icelandic office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Icelandic Embassy in Stockholm.
Holidays and closures
Like most offices in Sweden, the honorary consulate closes on public holidays – including Epiphany (6 January), Ascension Day and All Saints’ Day. On the Icelandic national day (17 June) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Embassy and consulates of Iceland in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Iceland
- Gothenburg – Honorary Consulate General
- Karlstad – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Lund – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Iceland in Karlstad
Where do I renew my Icelandic passport if I live near Karlstad?
Passport applications go to the Icelandic Embassy in Stockholm; the honorary office can only advise.
How do I contact the Icelandic honorary consul in Karlstad?
By phone on +46 73 590 00 44.
Who is the Icelandic honorary consul in Karlstad?
Madeleine Ströje Wilkens, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026).
Do I need a visa for Iceland with a Swedish passport?
No. A valid Swedish passport or national ID card is enough.
How long has the Icelandic honorary consul in Karlstad held the post?
The Swedish exequatur was granted in 2011, 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 Iceland (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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