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Swedish Embassy in South Africa

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In South Africa, Sweden has an embassy in Pretoria. South African citizens need a visa for Sweden, obtained before travel.

Swedish Embassy in Pretoria

The Swedish embassy is in Pretoria, the capital of South Africa, at Park Street, 1166 Pretoria. Its website is linked on its page.

Sweden visa for South African citizens

South AfricaSweden Visa required Sweden visa for citizens of South Africa

SwedenSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Sweden

South African citizens need a visa for Sweden, obtained before travel. In South Africa, applications go to the Swedish embassy in Pretoria, or to a visa centre working for Sweden.

South Africa’s missions in Sweden

Missions of South Africa in Sweden (1)

In return, South Africa has an embassy in Sweden, in Stockholm.

Good to know

Sweden in South Africa

Worldwide, Sweden has 221 missions in 109 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for Swedish citizens

South Africa admits Swedish citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. In South Africa, Swedish citizens can turn to the Swedish embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Swedish embassy in South Africa is closed

The Swedish embassy in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Sweden, such as Christmas Eve (Julafton) on Thursday 24 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Swedish embassy in South Africa?

The Swedish embassy is in Pretoria, at Park Street, 1166 Pretoria.

Do South African citizens need a visa for Sweden?

South African citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Sweden.

Do Swedish citizens need a visa for South Africa?

South Africa admits Swedish citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

Does South Africa have an embassy in Sweden?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Stockholm.