For visits up to 90 days A Schengen visa is required for individuals of certain nationalities who wish to visit the Schengen countries for up to 90 days. A Schengen visa can be issued for a maximum of 90 days. U.S citizens and most citizens of North-, Central and South American countries do not need visas to visit Sweden if the visit is 90 days or less.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Sweden, please visit the Swedish government's website.
For visits longer than 90 days Citizens of countries outside of the EU who want to visit Sweden for a period of more than 90 days are required to have a visitor's permit. Residence permits for visit can apply for a maximum period of up to one year, although they are usually restricted to six months.
Extended processing time of up to 45 days for nationals of Ethiopia, The Gambia, and Russia (Non-essential travel):
On 7 October 2021, the Council adopted Implementing Decision (EU) 2021/1781, suspending certain provisions of Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 (Visa Code) concerning The Gambia.
On 29 April 2024, the Council adopted Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1341, suspending specific provisions of Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 (Visa Code) concerning Ethiopia.
On 9 September 2022, the Council adopted Decision (EU) 2022/1500, fully suspending the Agreement between the European Community and the Russian Federation on visa facilitation for EU and Russian citizens.
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