Sweden Visit Visa

Sweden is an astonishing country. Every year it welcomes about 5 million visitors worldwide. It is a prosperous state with about 100,000 lakes and many impressive mountain ranges, beautiful castles, dazzling nightlife, famous cities, and much more, there is something for everyone. 

If you are considering it as your travel destination, we will guide you with everything about the visit visa for Sweden.

Who needs a Sweden Visit Visa?

Sweden is one of the 26 Schengen states and allows several countries to enter the state without a visa. So, if you want to visit Sweden, the first thing you need is to check whether you need a visa or not, it usually depends on your nationality.

If you are from any EU/EEA/Swiss state, you do not need to apply for a visa to visit Sweden. You are allowed to stay in the country for up to 90-days without a visa. You only need to have your passport to enter Sweden.

But if you are from any of the following countries, you need to obtain a visa to visit Sweden.

How to get a Sweden Visit Visa?

If you are a Non-EU/EEA/Swiss resident to visit Sweden, you need to apply for a Sweden Visit Visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa/ Type C Visa). It is for a short stay visit to attend a business meeting or seminar, for medical treatment, or sports.

It will allow you to stay for up to 90-days within six months. You have to apply for a visit visa for at least two weeks before your arrival plan.

What will be the requirements for a Sweden Visit Visa?

You will need to have the following documents to get a visit visa for Sweden.

1. Completed Sweden Visit Visa Application Form

2. Passport-size photos (Two)

3. Valid passport

4. Proof of accommodation in Sweden for your stay (i.e., rental agreement)

5. Return ticket

6. Travel insurance document

7. Criminal record document

8. Evidence that shows sufficient financial means 

9. A cover letter that shows the purpose of the visit

10. Marital Status

11. Health insurance report

12. Travel Itinerary

13. Letter of Invitation from the relatives in Sweden (If any)

What will be the cost of a Sweden Visit Visa?

The cost of a visit visa for Sweden will be €60 for adults, and €35 for children below the age of 12. It is free for children below the age of 6.

What will be the processing time for a Sweden Visit Visa?

It will take around 15 calendar days for visa processing.

Is it expensive to visit Sweden?

Visiting Sweden is less costly than visiting many other European countries. During your visit to Sweden, you will need to have at least USD 65-75 for spending in a day.

The Top 9 Most Visited Places in Sweden

Where to go? Here is the list of some flashy places to visit in Sweden.

1. Stockholm 

2. Ystad

3. Marstrand

4. Vadstena

5. Jönköping

6. Kosterhavet

7. Gothenburg

8. Visby

9. Stockholm Archipelago