Sweden Visa

Schengen Application Form

One application form duly completed, printed, and signed by the applicant. The application is often processed via the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) portal or VFS Global. Parents or legal guardians must sign on behalf of minors.

Valid Passport

Must be valid 3 months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen area; must have been issued within the last 10 years; must contain at least 2 blank pages. A copy of all used pages is required.

Passport Photos

One recent (6 months maximum), color photo meeting standard Schengen biometric specifications, taken straight from the front against a plain white or light background.

Travel Medical Insurance

Valid throughout the entire Schengen area; minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies, urgent hospital treatment, and repatriation costs, including in the event of death. The policy must clearly specify its validity for all Schengen countries.

Proof of Travel (Itinerary)

Confirmed round-trip flight reservations and a detailed travel plan covering all destinations and means of transport within Sweden and the broader Schengen area. This plan should demonstrate the intention to leave the Schengen area.

Proof of Accommodation

Confirmed hotel reservations for the full duration of the stay. If staying with a host (family/friends), the host must fill out a specific “Form for financial maintenance in connection with visiting Sweden” and a formal letter of invitation.

Proof of Financial Means

Original bank statements (for the last 3-6 months, stamped by the bank) proving sufficient funds. The required minimum is SEK 450 per person per day for the intended stay. This amount may be reduced if accommodation and food have been paid in advance, or if a sponsor guarantees costs.

Proof of Employment / Ties to Home Country

A signed letter from your employer (on company letterhead, stating position, salary, and approved leave dates) and recent salary slips. Business registration documents and tax returns are required for self-employed applicants.

Proof of Legal Residence (If Applicable)

Valid residence permit in your current country of residence (if you are not a national); this permit must be valid 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area.

Documents for Minors (Under 18)

Original Birth Certificate, a notarized Parental Consent letter from the non-travelling parent(s), and copies of both parents’ passports or IDs.

1. Major Cities & Cultural Hubs

• Stockholm (Capital city, Gamla Stan (Old Town), Vasa Museum, The Royal Palace, Skansen Open-Air Museum, ABBA The Museum, Stockholm Archipelago)

• Gothenburg (Göteborg) (Second largest city, Liseberg Amusement Park, Feskekôrka (Fish Church), Haga district, Gothenburg Museum of Art)

• Malmö (Third largest city, home to the Turning Torso skyscraper, Ribersborg Beach, Lilla Torg square, and connected to Denmark via the Öresund Bridge)

• Uppsala (Academic city, home to Uppsala University (Scandinavia’s oldest), Uppsala Cathedral, and Gamla Uppsala (Old Uppsala) Viking burial mounds)

• Visby (Gotland) (UNESCO World Heritage city on the island of Gotland, known for its medieval city walls and preserved ruins)

2. Arctic & Northern Wonders

• Swedish Lapland (Northern region, one of the best places in the world to witness the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and the Midnight Sun in summer)

• Icehotel (Jukkasjärvi) (The original Icehotel, rebuilt annually from Torne River ice, offering unique art suites and ice bars)

• Kiruna (Northernmost city, undergoing a massive relocation project due to mining, known for its proximity to Arctic activities)

• Abisko National Park (Located north of the Arctic Circle, known for the “Blue Hole of Abisko,” a spot with exceptionally clear skies for Northern Lights viewing)

• Kungsleden (King’s Trail) (One of the world’s most famous long-distance hiking trails, traversing the beautiful sub-arctic wilderness of Lapland)

3. Historical Sites & Coastal/Nature Escapes

• Drottningholm Palace (Lovön) (UNESCO World Heritage Site, the private residence of the Swedish royal family, featuring a beautiful palace theatre and Chinese Pavilion)
• Skåne Region (Sweden’s southernmost region, known for its vast farmland, picturesque coastline, and historic castles like Sofiero and Ales Stenar)
• Göta Canal (Historic waterway stretching across Sweden, often referred to as Sweden’s “Blue Ribbon,” popular for scenic boat cruises)
• Bohuslän Coast & Archipelago (West coast region famous for its granite cliffs, picturesque fishing villages (e.g., Fjällbacka), and fresh seafood)
• Lake Vänern (Largest lake in the EU, featuring the magnificent Läckö Castle on its shores and offering extensive boating and nature opportunities)