If you live in Australia and wish to apply for a declaration of Swedish citizenship, you can submit your application through the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra.
The Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) is responsible for matters relating to Swedish citizenship.
On the Swedish Migration Agency's website, you will find information about applying for a declaration of Swedish citizenship, including requirements.
Contact
If you have questions about the application or the requirements, please contact the Swedish Migration Agency.
How to submit your application
If you live in Australia, you can submit your application:
- In person at the Embassy of Sweden in Canberra.
- By post to: Embassy of Sweden, 5 Turrana Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600.
- In person at the Honorary Consulates of Sweden in Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney. The Consulate will forward the application to the Embassy.
If you live in Sweden, you should instead send your application directly to the Swedish Migration Agency by mail. The address can be found on the Swedish Migration Agency's website.
Preparations
The application form and information about which documents should be submitted can be found on the Swedish Migration Agency's website.
- Application form: The form may be completed digitally but must be printed out and signed by hand with a ballpoint pen. Electronic signatures are not accepted. The original form must be submitted.
- Copies of other documents: Copies that are submitted should be certified.
There is no fee for submitting this type of application.
Checklist
The following applies if you wish to visit Sweden’s Embassy or an Honorary Consulate in Australia to submit an application for declaration of Swedish citizenship:
- Book an appointment: Send your appointment request by email:
Embassy in Canberra: embassy.canberra@gov.se
Honorary Consulates: Contact details can be found at the bottom of this page.
- Bring documents: The completed application form in original and certified copies of other documents.
- Issuing of certified copies: If you bring original documents to the Embassy or Consulate, certified copies can be issued for a fee.
- Check accepted payment methods: If you are to pay a fee, you must check in advance which payment methods are accepted at the Embassy or Consulate. More information can be found here: Fees and payment methods.
- Read visitor’s information: Follow any instructions provided before your visit for example about arrival time, parking, and accompanying persons.
Last updated 07 Sep 2026, 3.01 PM
