🇸🇪Sweden Visa for Rwandan Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

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

How Rwandan citizens apply for a Sweden visa

Sweden visa cost for Rwandan 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 ↗

Schengen short-stay visa - child 6-11 years

EUR 45 (~$49)

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

Schengen short-stay visa - child 0-5 years

Free

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

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

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

Documents required for Rwandan applicants

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

familyVisiting family and friends

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

transitAirport transit

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

otherCultural/Sports

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

businessBusiness or conference

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 ↗) to download Checklist for Diplomats on duty trip List of approved insurance companies Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

touristTourist

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

familyFamily members of UK nationals

Please click here 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 Sweden Visa Application Form - Swedish ! 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 Biometric data information for visa applicants Family Members of EU citizens General information about visa application How to apply for a visa Checklists

via VFS Global ↗

Sweden visa for Rwandan citizens — FAQ

Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Sweden?

Rwandan 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 Rwandan citizens need for Sweden?

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

How much does the Sweden visa cost for Rwandan 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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