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Sweden visit visa: Schengen tourist, business, and family
A Sweden visit visa is the Schengen short stay visa that lets Indian travellers enter Sweden for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. It covers tourism, business, visiting family or friends, conferences, and medical treatment, and lets you travel across the Schengen area. It does not allow work or long study. A border officer decides entry.
Data current as of June 2026
What the Sweden visit visa covers
A Sweden visit visa, the Schengen short stay visa, lets Indian travellers come to Sweden for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. One visa type covers many purposes.
It covers tourism, visiting family or friends, business and conferences, and medical treatment. Because Sweden is in the Schengen area, the same visa lets you travel across all the Schengen countries, so the key is showing your real purpose and that you will return to India.
The visit visa does not allow paid employment in Sweden or a long study program, which needs a residence permit. Travel medical insurance of at least 30,000 EUR is mandatory for every applicant. Sweden’s embassy is known for looking closely at financial documents, so a clear, consistent file matters. This page is a full guide: the options, the costs, the documents, the funds, the application steps, what to do before you fly, and what to do once you arrive.
What you can visit Sweden for
All short visits to Sweden run through one Schengen short stay visa. These are the main purposes Indian travellers apply under.
- Tourist visit
- Holidays and sightseeing across Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo, and Swedish Lapland, with onward Schengen trips. 90 in 180
- Business visit
- Meetings, conferences, and trade fairs with a company invitation. You can travel for business but cannot take up paid work. 90 in 180
- Family and friends
- Visiting relatives or friends with an invitation letter and proof of your relationship where relevant. 90 in 180
- Medical treatment
- Arranged treatment at a Swedish facility, with a confirmation, a cost estimate, and proof you can pay. As approved
- Child or dependant
- A child applies for their own Schengen visa, often with a parent, with a birth certificate and consent where needed. 90 in 180
- Schengen travel
- Travel onward to other Schengen countries within your 90 days, since one Swedish visa covers the whole area. Within 90
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Sweden short-stay visa options compared
Most short visits use the same Schengen short stay visa for different purposes. This table compares the main options for Indian travellers.
| Option | Who it is for | Typical stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visit visa | Holidays, sightseeing, travel | 90 days in 180 |
| Business visit visa | Meetings, conferences, trade fairs | 90 days in 180 |
| Family or friends visit | Visiting relatives or friends | 90 days in 180 |
| Medical visit visa | Treatment at a Swedish facility | As approved |
| Child or dependant | Children travelling with family | 90 days in 180 |
| Schengen travel | Onward to 29 Schengen countries | Within the 90 days |
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and Embassy of Sweden via VFS Global guidance, current for 2026. The tourist, business, family, medical, and child or dependant routes all use the Schengen short stay visa, which also allows travel across the Schengen area. The 90 days in any 180-day period is shared across all Schengen countries. Rules can change.
For most travellers one Schengen visa serves several purposes and many countries, so the key is showing your genuine reason and your funds. We match you to the right option.
How much money you must show
Sweden sets a clear, flat daily figure, unlike the tiered figures some Schengen countries use. The figure below shows how the daily amount adds up across your stay.
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se), current for 2026. Sweden expects you to show about 450 Swedish kronor for each day of your visit, plus money for your return journey, through three to six months of consistent bank statements. The figure is in Swedish kronor and the EUR value shifts with the exchange rate, so confirm it. Sweden’s embassy looks closely at finances, so a steady balance and no sudden large deposits help.
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Documents you need for a Sweden visit visa
A complete, consistent file is the single biggest factor you control, and Sweden checks it carefully. This table shows the core documents and the extras for each purpose.
| Document | Who needs it | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport and photos | All applicants | Two blank pages, no extended-validity stamp |
| Schengen application form | All applicants | Completed and signed for Sweden |
| Travel insurance | All applicants | Min 30,000 EUR, each person including children |
| Funds and itinerary | All applicants | About 450 SEK a day, attested statements |
| Invitation or company letter | Family and business visits | Host invitation, relationship proof, dates |
| Birth certificate, consent | Child or dependant | Both parents sign; notarised consent where needed |
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and VFS Global Sweden checklist guidance, current for 2026. Show three to six months of branch-attested bank statements, salary slips, income tax returns, and an employer letter, with every date matching across your documents. Each applicant, including children, needs their own insurance. Confirm the current checklist before you apply.
Strong, consistent documents that match your itinerary are what officers reward. We build and review your full file so it tells a clear, genuine story of your visit.
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Sweden visit visa fees
Government fees for a Sweden visit visa are set under Schengen rules and paid at VFS in Indian rupees. The table shows the main charges to plan for.
| Charge | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Schengen visa fee, adult | EUR 90 | Paid in INR; non-refundable |
| Child 6 to 11 | EUR 45 | Reduced fee; under 6 free of visa fee |
| VFS service charge | About EUR 19 | Applies to all, including under 6 |
| Travel insurance | From about EUR 30 | Min 30,000 EUR, each applicant |
| Other costs | Varies | Photos, courier, translations |
Source: Embassy of Sweden via VFS Global Sweden fee guidance and Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se), current for 2026. The Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults and EUR 45 for children 6 to 11, with under 6 free of the visa fee, paid in Indian rupees, non-refundable. The VFS service charge is about EUR 19 and applies to everyone including under 6, and insurance, courier, and translations are extra. Charges can change, so confirm current amounts before you apply.
Budget for the visa fee, the VFS service charge, and mandatory Schengen insurance for each traveller. We give you a clear, current cost picture before you apply.
What to do before you travel to Sweden
A smooth trip starts before you fly. Get your documents, money, and plans in order so the border officer sees a genuine, well-prepared visitor.
Pack these
- Passport valid for your trip, with no extended-validity stamp.
- Schengen insurance certificate for at least 30,000 EUR.
- Itinerary, accommodation, and return ticket.
- Funds proof or your host invitation if hosted.
Check these
- Your total Schengen days stay within 90 in 180.
- Your insurance covers the whole trip and all Schengen.
- Every date matches across your documents.
- You carry printed copies for the border officer.
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The Sweden visit visa application process
You prepare your file, submit at a VFS centre in India, and the application goes to the Embassy of Sweden in New Delhi for the decision. Follow the steps in order so nothing is missed.
Complete the form
Fill the Schengen application for Sweden and gather the checklist documents, with every date matching.
Buy insurance
Schengen travel medical insurance of at least 30,000 EUR for each traveller, including children.
Show your funds
Prepare three to six months of consistent bank statements meeting about 450 SEK a day.
Book VFS
Book an appointment at the VFS Global centre for Sweden that serves your city.
Give biometrics
Attend in person, give fingerprints and a photo, pay the fees, and submit your documents.
Decision
The file goes to the Embassy of Sweden, then you collect your passport from VFS.
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se), Embassy of Sweden via VFS Global, current for 2026. Steps and fees are set under Schengen rules and can change, and processing usually takes about 15 calendar days from when the embassy receives the file, with extra time for files submitted outside Delhi and for complex cases. A visa does not guarantee entry, since a border officer decides at arrival. Confirm current details before you apply.
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How long the decision takes
Sweden has a clear processing rule, with one detail that matters if you apply outside Delhi. Here is what to expect on timing.
About 15 calendar days, from when the embassy receives your file
Processing starts when your application reaches the Embassy of Sweden in New Delhi. If you submit at a VFS centre outside Delhi, allow about two extra days for the postal transfer. Complex cases or peak periods can extend this to around 45 to 60 days, so apply four to six weeks before travel.
Source: Embassy of Sweden via VFS Global Sweden one-pager and Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se), current for 2026. The 15-day figure is an estimate, not a guarantee, and the outside-Delhi transfer adds about two days. Times can change, so confirm them when you apply.
Sweden visit visa dos and donts
Small mistakes cause many refusals, and Sweden scrutinises finances closely. These dos and donts keep your application honest and strong.
Do the right things
- Show genuine funds at about 450 SEK a day.
- Keep a steady bank balance over several months.
- Buy Schengen insurance of at least 30,000 EUR each.
- Match every date across all your documents.
- Write a clear cover letter and apply early.
- Respect the 90 days in any 180-day period rule.
Do not do these
- Do not make sudden large deposits before applying.
- Do not work in Sweden or earn money there.
- Do not overstay the 90 in 180 limit.
- Do not give false information or fake bookings.
- Do not hide a past visa refusal from any country.
- Do not use a passport with an extended-validity stamp.
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. Sweden looks closely at financial consistency, and false information or overstaying can lead to refusal and a ban across all Schengen countries. Rules can change, so confirm current details. Following them protects your record.
What to do once you are in Sweden
A visit visa lets you do more than sightsee, within clear limits. Here is what you can and cannot do as a visitor.
You can
- Travel, sightsee, and visit family and friends.
- Attend meetings, conferences, and trade fairs.
- Take a short course of less than 90 days.
- Get medical treatment you have arranged.
- Travel onward to other Schengen countries.
- Stay within 90 days in any 180-day period.
You cannot
- Take up paid employment in Sweden.
- Study a long or degree program.
- Stay beyond your 90 in 180 limit.
- Stay past your visa to wait on another application.
- Treat the visa as permission to settle.
At the border, an officer asks about your visit and checks your documents, so keep them ready. Track your time so your total stay across all Schengen countries stays within the 90 in 180 rule.
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. The 90 days in any 180-day period applies across the whole Schengen area, and you must leave before your visa expires. Activities must match your visa. Rules can change, so confirm current details before you rely on them.
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How long you can stay and entry types
A Schengen short stay is limited and shared across the whole area. This table explains the stay, entry types, and multiple-entry options for frequent travellers.
| Item | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum stay | 90 days in 180 | Shared across all Schengen countries |
| Validity | Trip plus a buffer | Visa sticker shows your exact dates |
| Entry type | Single, double, multiple | First-timers often single or double |
| Frequent travellers | Up to 5 years | Longer multi-entry for clean history |
| Extension | Exceptional only | Force majeure or serious reasons |
Source: Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and Schengen guidance, current for 2026. The 90 days in any 180-day period is calculated across the whole Schengen area, not just Sweden. First-time applicants often receive single or double entry, and clean recent travel may earn a multiple-entry visa valid for up to five years, assessed by the Embassy of Sweden and not guaranteed. Extension is granted only in exceptional cases. Rules can change.
The short stay visa is for short visits, not for settling. If you want to work, study long term, or stay longer, a residence permit through the Swedish Migration Agency is needed. We explain the entry options and the right path for your plans.
What officers look for, and refusal reasons
A Sweden visit visa is approved when you show a genuine short visit, enough funds, valid insurance, and strong ties to India. Sweden’s embassy is thorough, so knowing what it checks helps you prepare.
Common refusal reasons include weak or inconsistent financial documents, funds below the daily figure, sudden large deposits, a vague itinerary or purpose, gaps in accommodation, mismatched dates across documents, unclear ties to India, or short insurance. Concerns that you may not leave on time also matter. Many cases can be reapplied with a stronger file.
A Sweden visit visa is the Schengen short stay visa, applied for through VFS Global with biometrics and decided by the Embassy of Sweden, costing EUR 90 for adults plus a VFS service charge. It needs travel insurance of at least 30,000 EUR and funds of about 450 Swedish kronor per day, covers tourism, business, family, medical, and child or dependant travel, and allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. It does not allow work or long study.
Factual overview, verified against the Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and Embassy of Sweden via VFS Global guidance, current for 2026. Fees, stay periods, and rules are set under Schengen rules and can change at any time. A visa does not guarantee entry.
Meeting the criteria improves your chances, but the final decision rests with the Embassy of Sweden and the border officer. We give you a realistic view and help you build the strongest possible application.
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