Nigerian citizens in Sweden, and Swedish residents planning a trip to Nigeria, can contact the Embassy of Nigeria in Stockholm.
Contact Details
| Address | Tyrgatan 8, 114 27 Stockholm, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 8 24 63 90 |
| Fax | +46 8 24 63 98 |
| info@nigerianembassy.nu | |
| Website | www.nigerianembassy.se |
| Head of Mission | Sulola Fibisola Akande, Ambassador |
| National Day | 1 October |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published in the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026). Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Tyrgatan 8, 114 27 Stockholm.
- Opening hours: not published in the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s diplomatic list (September 2026) – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
The embassy and its network in Sweden
The ambassador is Sulola Fibisola Akande, who presented credentials to the King of Sweden on 16 September 2026.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Nigerian 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
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the website first.
Visa and entry information for Swedish citizens
Entry and visa rules for Nigeria are set by Nigeria itself – the Swedish Foreign Ministry refers travellers to the Nigerian authorities. Its travel information for Nigeria (in Swedish) covers safety, health and passport validity.
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Swedish public holidays. It is usually also closed on Nigeria’s national day (1 October). If your visit falls close to a holiday, confirm by phone or e-mail.
Emergency assistance
Nigerian nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +46 8 24 63 90. 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 Nigeria 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 Nigeria in Sweden
Nigeria in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Nigeria (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Nigeria in Stockholm
What is the address of the Nigerian Embassy in Sweden?
At Tyrgatan 8, 114 27 Stockholm.
Who is the ambassador of Nigeria to Sweden?
Sulola Fibisola Akande, who presented credentials on 16 September 2026, according to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
When is the Nigerian national day?
The national day of Nigeria is 1 October; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Details checked on 12 October 2026. Sources: Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – Stockholm Diplomatic List (25 September 2026), Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs – travel information for Nigeria (Sweden Abroad), www.nigerianembassy.se. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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