The Honorary Consulate of Norway in Kiruna represents Norwegian interests on an honorary basis; formal consular services are provided by the Norwegian Embassy in Stockholm.
Contact Details
| Address | Kaserngatan 1, Kiruna, Sweden |
| Telephone | +46 980 531 64 +46 72 589 31 64 |
| stefan.hamalainen@lkab.com | |
| Head of Mission | Stefan Hämäläinen, Honorary Consul |
Opening Hours
According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026), the honorary consulate’s office hours are 08:00–17:00; 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: Kaserngatan 1, Kiruna.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Kiruna do?
The honorary consulate represents Norway in Kiruna and the surrounding area. According to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026), the post is held by Stefan Hämäläinen. The appointment was recognised by Sweden (exequatur) in 2021. The Swedish Foreign Ministry lists office hours (08:00–17:00); as honorary consuls work part-time, confirm before you go. For an appointment, call +46 980 531 64 and e-mail stefan.hamalainen@lkab.com.
The office is located in Norrbotten County. The embassy in Stockholm is roughly 955 km away.
Which Norwegian office issues passports and visas?
An honorary consul cannot issue passports or visas; these are handled by the Norwegian Embassy in Stockholm.
Closing days
Expect the honorary consulate to be closed on Swedish holidays such as the National Day (6 June), Midsummer Eve and Christmas Eve. On the Norwegian national day (17 May) the office is usually closed or holds a reception. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and Midsummer.
Norway’s offices in Sweden
- Stockholm – Embassy of Norway
- Gothenburg – Honorary Consulate General
- Malmö – Honorary Consulate General
- Sundsvall – Honorary Consulate General
- Kalmar – Honorary Consulate
- Karlstad – Honorary Consulate
- Kiruna – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Luleå – Honorary Consulate
- Norrköping – Honorary Consulate
- Östersund – Honorary Consulate
- Umeå – Honorary Consulate
FAQ: the Norwegian honorary consul in Kiruna
Where do I renew my Norwegian passport if I live near Kiruna?
The honorary consulate cannot issue passports – contact the Norwegian Embassy in Stockholm.
How do I contact the Norwegian honorary consul in Kiruna?
By phone on +46 980 531 64 or by e-mail to stefan.hamalainen@lkab.com.
Who is the Norwegian honorary consul in Kiruna?
Stefan Hämäläinen, according to the Swedish Foreign Ministry’s list of honorary consuls (October 2026).
Do I need a visa for Norway with a Swedish passport?
No. A valid Swedish passport or national ID card is enough.
How long has the Norwegian honorary consul in Kiruna held the post?
The Swedish exequatur was granted in 2021, 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 Norway (Sweden Abroad). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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