Vietnam Embassy in Sweden

Vietnam is represented in Sweden by one embassy: the Embassy of Vietnam in Stockholm, located in the southern suburb of Älvsjö. There are no Vietnamese consulates in Gothenburg, Malmö or any other city, so the embassy handles consular matters for the whole country. Sweden was the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam, back in 1969, and the two countries still share a warm partnership. This guide is for Swedish travelers, foreign residents in Sweden and Vietnamese citizens living there. It covers the embassy’s address, phone numbers, email and opening hours, plus a few practical tips before you get in touch.

Good news first: most Swedish travelers never need to visit the embassy at all. Swedish passport holders can currently visit Vietnam visa-free for stays of up to 45 days, and anyone planning a longer trip can apply for a Vietnam e-visa fully online. The embassy matters most when you need a special type of visa, help with Vietnamese documents, or support as a Vietnamese citizen abroad.

Embassy of Vietnam in Stockholm

The Embassy is on Örby slottsväg in Älvsjö, a residential area about 20 minutes south of central Stockholm by commuter train. It serves all of Sweden.

Consular visitors are received in the afternoon, three days a week, while phone enquiries are taken on two mornings. Plan around these slots so you can speak to the right person.

What Can the Embassy Help With?

The embassy handles consular work for both foreigners and Vietnamese citizens. Services typically include:

• Vietnam visas issued at the embassy, for travelers whose plans need one
• Visa exemption certificates for overseas Vietnamese and their family members
• Passports and travel documents for Vietnamese citizens
• Notarization and legalization of documents to be used in Vietnam
• Civil registration, citizen protection and support for the Vietnamese community in Sweden

Do You Need to Visit for a Tourist Visa?

Usually not. Swedish passport holders can currently enter Vietnam without a visa for stays of up to 45 days. Vietnam reviews this policy from time to time, so check that it’s still in place before you travel. For longer stays, you can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online without visiting the embassy or posting a passport. You fill in the form, upload a passport scan and a photo, pay, and receive the e-visa by email.

The embassy is the better route when your trip doesn’t fit what visa-free entry or the e-visa offers, for example certain work, study or other long-term stays. The embassy sets its own document list and fees for these cases, so check with them before you apply.

Practical Tips Before You Go

A little preparation goes a long way with consular offices. Keep these in mind:

• Plan around the consular slots. Visits are only possible on Tuesday to Thursday afternoons, so avoid turning up on a Monday or Friday.
• Check your passport validity. Your passport should be valid for at least six months from your arrival date in Vietnam.
• Check public holidays on both sides. The embassy may close on Vietnamese national holidays, including several days around Lunar New Year (Tet), and on Swedish holidays such as Midsummer and National Day on 6 June.
• Mind the time difference. Sweden is 6 hours behind Vietnam in winter and 5 hours behind during European summer time.
• Count your days. If you’re entering visa-free, plan your trip within the 45-day limit, including your arrival and departure days. Staying longer means you’ll need a visa before you travel.

Swedish Citizens Needing Help While in Vietnam

The Vietnamese embassy above serves people in Sweden. If you are already in Vietnam and need help as a Swedish citizen, for example with a lost passport or an emergency, contact Sweden’s own embassy there:

Travelers anywhere in Vietnam can contact the embassy in Hanoi for consular help.