For Swedish residents and travellers in the Dover area, the Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Dover is the nearest official contact.
Contact Details
| Address | c/o George Hammond Marine Ltd, Hammond House, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EF, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 1304 248322 |
| jgr@georgehammond.com | |
| Head of Mission | James Ryeland, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Kent east of Tunbridge Wells and Faversham (21 April 1989) |
Opening Hours
There are no fixed opening hours; agree on a time with the honorary consul before going.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: c/o George Hammond Marine Ltd, Hammond House, Limekiln Street, Dover CT17 9EF.
- No public opening hours: call or e-mail before you go.
About the honorary consulate in Dover
Sweden is represented in Dover by an honorary consul. James Ryeland holds the post, according to the FCDO list. Honorary consuls usually work part-time, so a visit needs to be arranged. Before travelling there, call +44 1304 248322 and e-mail jgr@georgehammond.com to check that someone is available.
According to the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) list, the honorary consulate is responsible for Kent east of Tunbridge Wells and Faversham (21 April 1989). The office is located in England. Distance to the Swedish Embassy in London: about 110 km.
British citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Sweden (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: UK government travel advice – entry requirements.
Where do I apply for a passport or visa?
Passports and other formal consular services for Swedish citizens are handled by the Swedish Embassy in London.
When is the office closed?
Like most offices in the UK, the honorary consulate closes on UK bank holidays and on Sweden’s national day (6 June). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Where else is Sweden represented in the United Kingdom?
- London – Embassy of Sweden
- Belfast – Honorary Consulate
- Cardiff – Honorary Consulate
- Dover – Honorary Consulate (this page)
- Edinburgh – Honorary Consulate
- Immingham – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Dover
Does the Dover honorary consulate issue passports or visas?
Swedish passports are issued through the Swedish Embassy in London, not by the honorary office.
What are the contact details of the Swedish honorary consul in Dover?
By phone on +44 1304 248322 or by e-mail to jgr@georgehammond.com.
Who is the Swedish honorary consul in Dover?
James Ryeland, according to the FCDO list of honorary consulates.
Which area does the Swedish honorary consul in Dover cover?
Its consular district is Kent east of Tunbridge Wells and Faversham (21 April 1989).
Do British citizens need a visa for Sweden?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – honorary consulates in the UK (October 2026), UK government foreign travel advice – entry requirements for Sweden. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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