For more information about visa requirements visit the Swedish Migration Board's website.
Application for a visa must be submitted to the Embassy in person. Application can not be sent by e-mail, fax or regular mail. This also means that the application can not be submitted by anyone else but the applicant him- or herself. Citizens from the following countries/territories require a visa when entering Sweden, check the list.General information on how to apply for a visa is found below. For further information on each type of visa, please refer to the links to the right.
When can I apply?
At the earliest you can apply for a visa within three (3) months from the first entry into the Schengen area.
How long is a visa valid?
Visas can be granted for a maximum of 90 days at a time. Only in exceptional cases are applicants granted a visa for a visit of more than 90 days’ duration, but never for longer than a year.
Where is a visa valid?
An entry visa is normally valid in all the Schengen countries. In exceptional cases a visa may be granted solely for entry into the country that issued it. For more information on the Schengen Agreement please refer to the link to the right.A visa granted for longer than 90 days is only valid for entering and staying in Sweden.
Who decides my case?
In most cases, the Embassy decides whether to grant or reject a visa. If the Embassy is not sure what position to take on an application, it passes the case on to the Migration Board in Sweden for a decision.How long does it take?
The visa process takes usually 10-14 days. Therefore the Embassy strongly recommends to apply in time before departure to Sweden. If possible apply at least six (6) weeks before your planned journey.What if my application is turned down?
You can appeal to the Migration Court in Sweden. Information on how you make an appeal will be provided by the Embassy together with the initial decision. Please find the power of attorney document to the right if you (the applicant) cannot come in person to the Embassy to appeal.
Can I get the visa fee back if my application is turned down?Visa fees are not refunable.
What insurance company should I insure with if I am granted a visa?Insurance compatible with the requirements for a Schengen visa, is provided by the insurance companies listed in the document on the right.