πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺSweden Visa for Kenyan Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

Kenyan passport holders need a visa to enter Sweden. Apply at a Sweden embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Kenyan citizens apply for a Sweden visa

Sweden visa cost for Kenyan citizens

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

EUR 90 (~$97)

Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial source
migrationsverket.se β†—

Schengen short-stay visa - child 6-11 years

EUR 45 (~$49)

Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial source
migrationsverket.se β†—

Schengen short-stay visa - child 0-5 years

Free

Up to 90 days within a 180-day periodofficial source
migrationsverket.se β†—

Applications are handled via VFS Global β€” service fee approx. EUR 21, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 Β· sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Kenyan applicants

The exact documents Kenyan citizens must submit for Sweden, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

familyFamily members of UK nationals

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists (PDF checklist β†—)

studentStudies/Research

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists (PDF checklist β†—)

familyFamily members to EU/EEA citizens

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists (PDF checklist β†—)

businessBusiness or conference

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download Checklist for Diplomats on duty trip List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists

medicalMedical

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download Checklist for Diplomats on duty trip List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists (PDF checklist β†—)

transitAirport transit

Please click here (PDF checklist β†—) to download the Checklist To help us process your application quickly and accurately, please complete the Sweden Visa Application Form (VAF) electronically using the editable PDF available on this site, print the typed copy and carry it with appointment letter during your visit to the visa application centre. Completing the form electronically reduces counter waiting time and helps avoid errors caused by illegible handwriting. Note: Applicants who arrive without a form completed electronically will still be accepted with a* completed handwritten form; however, they should expect additional processing time at Visa Application Centre*. Sweden Visa Application Form - English (PDF checklist β†—) Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish (PDF checklist β†—) ! Please be informed that it is imperative to provide documents in good condition and high-quality copies. Copies of documents need to be done in Portrait mode List of approved insurance companies (PDF checklist β†—) Biometric data information for visa applicants (PDF checklist β†—) Family Members of EU citizens (PDF checklist β†—) General information about visa application (PDF checklist β†—) How to apply for a visa (PDF checklist β†—) Checklists (PDF checklist β†—)

via VFS Global β†—

Sweden visa for Kenyan citizens β€” FAQ

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Sweden?

Kenyan passport holders need a visa to enter Sweden. Apply at a Sweden embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Kenyan citizens need for Sweden?

A valid passport plus the Sweden document checklist for your visa type β€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Sweden visa cost for Kenyan citizens?

The Sweden schengen short-stay visa (up to 90 days) - adult fee is EUR 90 (~$97). Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about EUR 21.

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