Brazil and Sweden have a long history of diplomatic relations started in 1826, when Brazil was not yet a republic, but an empire - starting at the end of the 19th century, many Swedish individuals immigrated to Brazil and nowadays form large communities in the south of the country.

in 1909 the first sea shipping line was created between the two nations, which brought dialogue and cooperation even further - Nowadays, the main topics of mutual interest are in the areas of defense, science, education, culture and bio-energy, with several meetings between very important politicians, including heads of states happening frequently among Sweden and Brazil.