The Embassy of Ireland in Stockholm is Ireland’s diplomatic mission to Sweden. Irish nationals in Sweden turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Hovslagargatan 5, 1st Floor, 111 48 Stockholm, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 545 040 40 |
| Fax | +46 8 660 13 53 |
| stockholmembassy@dfa.ie | |
| Website | www.ireland.ie/en/sweden/stockholm |
| Head of Mission | Barbara Jones, Ambassador |
| National Day | 17 March (St. Patrick's Day) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Hours shown: public office, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Telephone hours: Monday to Friday 09:30–12:30 and 14:00–16:00. Some services by appointment only. Please book an appointment before visiting. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Hovslagargatan 5, 1st Floor, 111 48 Stockholm.
- Public office: Monday to Friday 10:00–16:00, according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026) – by appointment.
- Also listed: Telephone hours: Monday to Friday 09:30–12:30 and 14:00–16:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
The embassy and its network in Sweden
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry, Ireland is represented by Ambassador Barbara Jones (credentials presented 6 September 2023).
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Irish passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Documents checklist
What Irish citizens usually need to bring for the most common requests, based on official Irish government information:
Renewing an Irish passport from abroad
- Renew online with Passport Online on ireland.ie – available worldwide; applications must be made in the country where you live
- Possible if your last passport was issued within the last 15 years (otherwise apply as a first-time applicant)
- Your current passport, a digital photo meeting the requirements, an e-mail address and a credit or debit card
- Most adult renewals need no supporting documents – the form tells you if anything else is required
- Fee: €75 for a 10-year adult passport plus €15 postage outside Ireland
- Emergency or temporary passports are not available online – contact the Embassy of Ireland
Sources: Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland – Passport Online, Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland – renew or replace your adult passport (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?
Yes, for most services, according to the official website. Please book an appointment before visiting.
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on Swedish holidays such as the National Day (6 June), Midsummer Eve and Christmas Eve. On the Irish national day (17 March) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Irish citizens should call the embassy on +46 8 545 040 40. 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 Ireland can contact the Swedish Embassy in Dublin; the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s consular duty service is reachable around the clock on +46 8 405 50 05, and Sweden Abroad lists the local contacts.
Diplomatic missions of Ireland in Sweden
Ireland in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Ireland (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Ireland in Stockholm
Where is the Irish Embassy in Stockholm?
At Hovslagargatan 5, 1st Floor, 111 48 Stockholm.
When is the Irish Embassy in Stockholm open?
Monday to Friday 10:00–16:00 (public office), according to the embassy’s official website (checked October 2026). Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Ireland to Sweden?
Barbara Jones, who presented credentials on 6 September 2023, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Is the Irish Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Ireland is 17 March; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for Ireland?
No. A valid Swedish passport or national ID card is enough.
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 Ireland (Sweden Abroad), www.ireland.ie/en/sweden/stockholm. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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