Embassy of Iran in Stockholm, Sweden; address Elfviksvägen 76, 181 90; phone +46720030301. Head of mission: Mr. Hojjatollah Faghani.
Head of mission: Mr. Hojjatollah Faghani, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 8 Dec 2025)
Also accredited to: Latvia
Iran offers a rich historical and diverse landscape, making it an intriguing destination for some Swedish travelers. Although foreign arrivals are modest, the country's tourism is evolving, and with 4.2 million Swedes traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Iran appealing.
Iran presents certain safety concerns for tourists, particularly when compared to Sweden. While Sweden ranks 39th in the Global Peace Index, Iran is significantly lower at 131st out of 160 countries. The murder rate in Iran is higher, at 2.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Sweden's 1.1. Crime indices also indicate higher risks in Iran, with organized crime and state crime levels rated worse than in Sweden. For example, Iran scores 9.5 for state crime, while Sweden scores only 2.5. Additionally, Iran has higher scores for human trafficking (7.5) and arms trafficking (8.0) compared to Sweden's lower scores. Overall, while many tourists visit Iran safely, travelers from Sweden should be aware of these safety differences and exercise caution.
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