Swedish consular representation in Southern Queensland
Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
Find current contact details, location, appointment information, jurisdiction and consular guidance for the Swedish Consulate serving Southern Queensland.
Contact information
Contact the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
Use the current official details below to contact the Swedish Consulate serving Southern Queensland.
Appointment required: all visits to the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane must be scheduled in advance. Appointments can be arranged by email or telephone.
Location
Where is the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane?
The Swedish Consulate is located at Level 19, 241 Adelaide Street in central Brisbane.
Before travelling: the Consulate receives visitors by appointment only. Arrange your visit before going to the Adelaide Street office.
About the mission
About the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
The Swedish Consulate in Brisbane provides honorary Swedish consular representation for Southern Queensland.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the mission as the Consulate of Sweden and lists its jurisdiction as Southern Queensland.
The mission is headed by Mr Michael Hawkins AM, Honorary Consul of Sweden. The Consulate is also supported by Ms Carolien Schoots.
Northern Queensland is covered separately by the Swedish Consulate in Cairns. Professional diplomatic and consular responsibility in Australia remains with the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Brisbane Consulate provides selected honorary consular services and local assistance for Swedish citizens in Southern Queensland.
Swedish citizens
Swedish citizens in Southern Queensland can contact the Honorary Consul for appropriate local consular information, guidance and assistance.
Documents and certificates
Sweden’s honorary consulates can assist with selected document-related matters, including eligible life certificates. Contact the Brisbane office first to confirm that the service you require is available locally.
Passport-related guidance
The Consulate can provide guidance on Swedish passport procedures and eligible local collection arrangements, while ordinary passport and national ID card applications in Australia are handled through the Embassy in Canberra.
Limited honorary-consular functions: not every Swedish consular procedure can be completed in Brisbane. Contact the Consulate before visiting to confirm whether your particular matter can be handled locally.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
The Swedish Consulate in Brisbane receives visitors by appointment only.
Appointments can be arranged by email or telephone. Sweden’s official overseas representation website currently lists telephone hours on Monday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
When requesting an appointment, explain the service or assistance you require so the Consulate can confirm whether the matter can be handled locally and advise you of any documents you should bring.
Do not visit without an appointment: arrange your visit with the Consulate before travelling to the Brisbane office.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Brisbane Consulate’s jurisdiction as Southern Queensland.
The Brisbane post therefore provides local Swedish honorary consular representation within Southern Queensland, subject to the services available through an honorary Consulate.
Sweden maintains a separate honorary Consulate in Cairns for Northern Queensland. If you are unsure which office covers your location, contact the relevant Consulate or the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra before arranging a visit.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Swedish Consulate
Confirm the service you require and arrange an appointment before travelling to the Brisbane office.
Check your jurisdiction
The Brisbane Consulate serves Southern Queensland. Northern Queensland is covered by the Swedish Consulate in Cairns.
Prepare your documents
Ask which identification, original documents, forms or other supporting material you should bring for your particular procedure.
Book your appointment
All visits must be arranged in advance. Contact the Consulate by email or telephone before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Swedish Consulate in Brisbane
Does Sweden have a Consulate in Brisbane?
Yes. Sweden maintains an honorary Consulate in central Brisbane serving Southern Queensland.
Where is the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane?
The Consulate is located at Level 19, 241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia.
How can I contact the Swedish Consulate?
The current mobile number is +61 428 337 312 and the email address is swedishconsul@hawkins.com.au.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Sweden in Brisbane?
Mr Michael Hawkins AM is the Honorary Consul of Sweden in Brisbane. Ms Carolien Schoots assists the Consulate.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. All visits to the Swedish Consulate in Brisbane must be scheduled in advance. Appointments can be arranged by email or telephone.
What are the telephone hours?
Sweden’s official overseas representation website currently lists telephone hours on Monday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Which area does the Brisbane Consulate cover?
Its official jurisdiction is Southern Queensland. Northern Queensland is served separately by the Swedish Consulate in Cairns.
Can I apply for a regular Swedish passport in Brisbane?
No. Ordinary Swedish passport and national ID card applications in Australia are handled through the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra. Contact the Embassy for the current application requirements and appointment procedure.
Can I collect a Swedish passport in Brisbane?
A Swedish passport or national ID card can, under the applicable arrangements, be forwarded to an honorary consulate for collection. The collection location should be arranged through the responsible Swedish authorities.
Can the Consulate assist with a Swedish life certificate?
Sweden’s honorary consulates in Australia can assist with eligible Swedish Pensions Agency life certificates. Contact the Brisbane Consulate to arrange your visit and confirm the current requirements.