Consulate General of Sweden, Istanbul

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Consulate General of Sweden, Istanbul Welcome to the Consulate General of Sweden, Istanbul. Here you will find the latest updates of the Consulate's public activities.

The Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul is located in the Swedish Palace on Istiklal Caddesi 247 in the historic district of Pera/Beyoğlu, on the oldest Swedish Government property abroad, acquired in 1757. The current Palace was built in 1870, thus celebrating 150 years in 2020. The fundamental mission of the Consulate General, with the assistance of four Honorary Consulates in Antalya, Alanya, Izmir and Mersin, is to provide consular services for Swedish citizens in the whole of Türkiye except for the two provinces Ankara and Konya. In addition to representing the Government of Sweden in Istanbul, the main areas of activity for the Consulate are promoting Sweden and its culture and values, supporting Swedish companies on the Turkish market as an active member of Team Sweden in Türkiye, and supporting civil society, mainly in the areas of democracy and human rights including gender equality. The Consulate also handles migration issues such as applications for visas and residency and work permits in Sweden, for applicants from all of Türkiye. The Consulate has staff deployed from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Culture, Swedish Migration Agency and the Swedish National Police, as well as locally employed staff. Since 1962, the Consulate hosts the Swedish Research Institute in Istanbul (SRII). Its primary aim is promoting Swedish and Nordic research about Turkey and the Eastern Mediterranean, and the Director is accredited as a Consul. Also, the head of Business Sweden’s office is accredited as a Trade Attaché at the Consulate. Karin Hernmarck is Consul General since 15 August 2025.

22/10/2026

Welcome to a country built on openness, trust and innovation. Discover why Sweden continues to be a partner of choice for businesses and changemakers around the world.

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🎓​Ready to shape your future? Meet us at the IEFTStudy Abroad Fair on October 24-25 at Hilton Bosphorus Istanbul! Explor...
21/10/2026

🎓​Ready to shape your future? Meet us at the IEFT
Study Abroad Fair on October 24-25 at Hilton Bosphorus Istanbul!

Explore world-class programs taught in English, connect with Swedish universities, and discover how Sweden leads in sustainability, innovation, and equality. Visit the Study in Sweden stand - we can’t wait to welcome you!

Study in Sweden IEFT Yurt Dışı Eğitim Fuar & Seminerleri
IEFT Fairs Türkiye

20/10/2026

🌿 Do you ever feel like you need a holiday from your holiday? Craving nature, quiet, and room to breathe? You might have more of an introvert side than you think.
🇸🇪 That’s why we created a travel agency especially for you. Here, we offer just one destination: Sweden.
✨ Find out which Swedish getaway perfectly matches your quiet side.



19/10/2026

🇸🇪 Innovation thrives where collaboration comes first.
Discover why Sweden is one of the world’s most competitive and forward-looking business nations, built on trust, sustainability and a spirit of partnership.
🎥 Watch the Sweden Business Nation.

A day of ideas, technologies and conversations about what comes next!As Country Partner of the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye Su...
16/10/2026

A day of ideas, technologies and conversations about what comes next!
As Country Partner of the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye Summit, Sweden contributed to the Summit through the Pioneer the Possible exhibition, showcasing how Swedish companies are turning research, innovation and sustainability into solutions to global challenges.

It was also great to see Swedish perspectives represented in the program with Elsa Hyland, angel investor and advisor from Sweden, joining the discussions.

The Summit brought together an inspiring community of entrepreneurs, researchers, investors and companies from Türkiye and around the world — highlighting the value of connecting innovation ecosystems across borders.

Thank you to the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye team for creating space for new ideas and new connections.

Hello Tomorrow Türkiye

A great evening at the Swedish Palace ahead of the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye Summit 🧬We were pleased to welcome entrepreneu...
15/10/2026

A great evening at the Swedish Palace ahead of the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye Summit 🧬

We were pleased to welcome entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, corporate leaders and innovators from Sweden, Türkiye and beyond for an evening of conversations, new connections and ideas.

As a Country Partner, Sweden is pleased to be part of this international community and to contribute to the conversation around the technologies shaping our future.

Thank you to the Hello Tomorrow Türkiye team for bringing this community together at the Swedish Palace.

Looking forward to the Summit tomorrow!

Hello Tomorrow Türkiye

14/10/2026

🇸🇪 What makes Sweden a global leader in innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship?

Discover how Sweden creates space for people, companies, and ideas to grow.

Watch the new Sweden Business Nation film 🎥

An insightful visit to MEXT, where the Consul General had the chance to learn more about how Türkiye’s industry is prepa...
13/10/2026

An insightful visit to MEXT, where the Consul General had the chance to learn more about how Türkiye’s industry is preparing for the next wave of transformation — from a digital factory and AI applications to sustainability assessments, skills development and an ecosystem connecting industry with technology companies.

Thank you to the MEXT team for giving us a closer look at the technologies and ideas shaping the future of industry.

MEXT Teknoloji Merkezi

Please note that the Consulate General will be closed to visitors on 14 October
12/10/2026

Please note that the Consulate General will be closed to visitors on 14 October

Address

Istiklal Caddesi 247 (Tünel) Beyoglu
Istanbul
34430

Telephone

+902123340600

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