Basic and important facts

Schengen Visa

If you are not an EU/EEA citizen and wish to visit Sweden, you may need a Schengen visa. The visa allows short stays throughout the Schengen Area. You should apply to the country that is your main destination.

Visa Purposes

Schengen visas may be issued for:

• Tourism
• Visiting family or friends
• Business and conferences
• Cultural, sports, or religious events
• Film crew activities
• Airport transit
• Medical treatment

When to Apply

Applications can be submitted up to six months before travel (nine months for seafarers). Apply as early as possible, particularly during peak seasons.

The normal processing time is 15 calendar days, but it may take longer in some cases.

A Schengen visa allows a stay of 1–90 days, according to the duration stated on the visa sticker. Multiple-entry visas may be requested for frequent travellers. Where applicable, the maximum stay is 90 days within any 180-day period.

Important: A Visa Does Not Guarantee Entry

A visa does not automatically guarantee entry into the Schengen Area. Border authorities may ask about your:

• Purpose and duration of travel
• Financial means
• Accommodation and travel arrangements
• Supporting documents

Carry copies of the documents submitted with your visa application to help facilitate border checks. Entry may be refused if you do not meet the requirements.

Check Your Visa

When you receive your visa, check that:

• Your passport number and name are correct.
• The entry and exit dates match your travel plans.
• The number of entries is correct.

If you find an error, contact the Embassy immediately.

The “DURATION OF STAY” shows the maximum number of days you may stay. Both the entry and exit days count. You must leave the Schengen Area no later than the “UNTIL” date on the visa.

Staying Longer Than 90 Days

For stays of more than 90 days in Sweden, apply for a Visitor’s Permit, not a Schengen visa.

Residents of Nepal must apply directly at the Embassy of Sweden in New Delhi, as VFS Global cannot receive Visitor’s Permit applications. Applications are decided by the Swedish Migration Agency and are normally issued for 91 days to 12 months.

Applicants must intend to visit temporarily, have sufficient funds for their stay and return journey, and are advised to have medical travel insurance.

Avoid Unauthorised Visa Services

The Embassy cooperates only with VFS Global in Nepal for visa services. Unauthorised sellers cannot influence the processing time or visa decision.

If you encounter corruption or are offered a visa in exchange for additional money or favours by Embassy or VFS Global staff, report it to:

ambassaden.new-delhi@gov.se