Sweden Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
93
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
93
Visa required in advance
105

Sweden's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Sweden tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Sweden Visa-Free (93)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Sweden without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Sweden Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (up to 90 days) - adult

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourcemigrationsverket.se ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa - child 6-11 years

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourcemigrationsverket.se ↗

    EUR 45 (~$51)

  • Schengen short-stay visa - child 0-5 years

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourcemigrationsverket.se ↗

    Free

  • Schengen short-stay visa - business purpose

    Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial sourcemigrationsverket.se ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Airport transit visa (ATV)

    Single or multiple airport transitofficial sourcemigrationsverket.se ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • ETIAS travel authorisation (future requirement for visa-exempt travellers)

    migrationsverket.se ↗

    EUR 20 (~$23)

Compare official tourist-visa fees across every destination →

Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Sweden Transit Visa

Sweden publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Allows nationals of certain countries to transit through Swedish international airport zones without entering the Schengen area.

~$99

Required for nationals of specific high-risk countries transiting through Schengen airports (e.g., Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Somalia, and others as listed in EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex IV). Holders of valid Schengen visas, residence permits from Schengen states, or certain other countries' valid travel documents may be exempt. Fee is EUR 90 (same as Type C). Applied through Swedish embassies.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Sweden Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Sweden?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Sweden visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Sweden tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Sweden without a visa?

93 countries can visit Sweden without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Sweden.

How do I apply for a Sweden tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Sweden, you typically need to apply at a Sweden embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Sweden without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Sweden varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Sweden Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Sweden visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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