Permanent Misson of Sweden to the United Nations

Sweden’s diplomatic presence at the United Nations runs out of 1 Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza. The building sits in Turtle Bay, a quiet pocket squeezed between the East River and midtown traffic. Across from the United Nations headquarters, the offices handle visa applications, consular services, and matters tied to bilateral relations. Consular support includes dual citizenship inquiries; notarial services; and assistance for nationals abroad. Day-to-day tasks cover emergency passports, residence permits when Sweden is involved, and notarization of documents destined for Swedish courts.

Visitors here come for routine paperwork—birth registrations, power-of-attorney requests, or proof of identity matters. Beyond the basics, the mission keeps track of bilateral projects and cultural exchanges tied to the UN agenda. Occasionally an import certificate surfaces for someone moving north; other times it’s marriage documentation demanded for a Swedish registry. All requests funnel through the main entrance on the Plaza’s north side.

Call ahead to confirm requirements before arranging a visit; their front desk can outline which forms require original signatures. Traffic on Second Avenue slows at midday, so factor extra time for the block between 47th and 48th Streets. For directions, consult the map at https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c258e2a719c3af:0x16bf93ed68ac2211 before heading out. They field calls at (212) 583-2500, though drop-offs must still be scheduled during limited window hours.