Sweden Visas
Capital Stockholm ยท Currency SEK ยท Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket)
Sweden is in the Schengen Area. Short visits use a Schengen visa; study and work use residence permits applied for online, and work can lead to permanent residence after four years.
โ Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.Sweden visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) |
EUR 90 | 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases) | Max 90 days per 180-day period | View โ |
| ๐ Student Residence Permit for Studies |
SEK 1,500 | Weeks to a few months | Length of study | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Work Permit |
SEK 2,200 | Weeks to months | Up to 2 years, extendable | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Permanent Residence |
SEK 1,500 | Several months | Permanent | View โ |
Visa types for Sweden
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area.
- Processing: 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases)
- Stay: Max 90 days per 180-day period
- Validity: Up to 90 days / 180 days
Residence Permit for Studies
Study at a Swedish university, with a permit that allows work and a stay-back to find a job.
- Processing: Weeks to a few months
- Validity: Length of study
Work Permit
Employer-sponsored work permit for a job offer meeting Swedish pay and insurance standards.
- Processing: Weeks to months
- Validity: Up to 2 years, extendable
Permanent Residence
Permanent residence after four years of work-based residence in the last seven years.
- Processing: Several months
- Validity: Permanent
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Embassy of Sweden
๐ New Delhi, India
Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Sweden visa FAQs
What visa types does Sweden offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Sweden visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Sweden have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
Schengen area; ETIAS launching for visa-exempt visitors.
How much is a Sweden tourist visa?๏ผ
The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) costs EUR 90. Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Sweden visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) typically takes 15 calendar days (up to 45 in some cases).
Who handles Sweden visas and immigration?๏ผ
Sweden visas and immigration are administered by Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket). The official portal is https://www.migrationsverket.se/English.html.