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Visit Sweden up to 90 days during 180 days – apply for a visa

Visit Sweden up to 90 days during 180 days – apply for a visa

If you are a citizen in a country outside the EU and want to visit Sweden for a maximum of 90 days, you may need to apply for a visa. A visa is only valid for your stay in the Schengen countries for up to 90 days during a period of 180 days.

Information about citizens who require visa for entry into Sweden: Countries whose citizens need a visa to enter Sweden.

If you need a visa to visit Sweden you can find more information on the website of the Swedish Migration Agency; Visiting Sweden. 

On the website you also find information about what you need to do and who to contact in order to apply for a visa.
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Last updated 06 Nov 2024, 9.37 AM

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Sweden has diplomatic relations with almost all States in the world. It has embassies and consulates in around half of these. Sweden's foreign representation consists of approximately 100 missions abroad and 350 honorary consulates.

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