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Visa Requirements for Sweden

When it comes to planning your international vacation to Sweden , the first thing you'll need to ensure is that you have the right documents to legally enter the country, including passports and tourist visas. Citizens from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the U.K., Japan, and several other nations are able to visit Sweden with nothing more than a passport, as long as it doesn't expire for at least three months after you plan to leave.  

Sweden is also a part of the Schengen Agreement , which allows for border-free travel between member nations. For travelers, this means threy no longer have to apply for individual tourist visas for each country and can instead pass through many in one trip. The Schengen member countries are Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Any traveler who has a passport from a non-exempt country must apply for Schengen Tourist Visa in order to visit Sweden and any of the other Schengen Area countries. Likewise, anyone who isn't an EU national but wants to work, study, or live in Sweden must apply for a visa.

Schengen Tourist Visa

Many visitors to Sweden don't need a tourist visa to enter, but travelers from non-exempt countries must apply and be approved for a Schengen Tourist Visa before departing. The Schengen visa gives the holder all of the same rights as a traveler from a visa-exempt country, meaning they can travel freely around the Schengen Area for up to 90 days. It's important to note if your visa allows for multiple entries into the Schengen Area or just a single entry, especially you plan to hop around and visit non-Schengen countries on your trip (such as the U.K . or Ireland).

Visa Fees and Application

The process for submitting your application depends on what country your passport is from and what country you currently reside in. Sweden doesn't have embassies in every country of the world and even the countries that do have embassies often outsource their consular services, so use the Embassy of Sweden portal to find your home country and specific application procedure.

Whether you make your appointment at a visa processing center, a Swedish consulate, or a proxy consulate, the documents you need and the general process is more or less the same.

• You'll need to submit the completed application form , a passport-sized photograph, a roundtrip plane ticket, hotel booking, travel insurance, and proof of funds.
• Pay the visa fee of 80 euros, which is payable in the local currency and can usually be paid for with a credit card.
• If your appointment is at a visa processing center, you'll likely have to pay an additional processing fee.
• At the appointment, the consular officer will conduct an interview and take your fingerprints.
• Schengen Tourist Visas are typically processed within 15 business days.

Anyone who is not an EU national and coming to Sweden for work must apply for a work visa before entering the country. In general, you must have a job offer before applying for a work visa, unless you're self-employed or starting a business venture in Sweden.

Work visas are granted for the duration of the work contract for a period of up to two years at a time and can be renewed if the work continues. The visa is valid for the specific job you were originally hired for and if you want to change companies or make another change, you'll need to apply for a new visa.

Applying for a work visa in Sweden is a relatively simple process that is done completely online, although it can be drawn out. If you have been hired by a Swedish company, the employer starts the process by submitting your personal details, work contract, and company information to the Swedish Migration Agency. If you're self-employed, you'll have to complete these steps on your own.

• Once the Swedish Migration Agency receives your information from the employer, you'll receive an email to upload a scan of your passport and information about yourself and your family members (if they're joining you).
• Pay the visa fee online, which is 2,000 Swedish kronor.
• The waiting time for a response varies. Highly-skilled workers may hear back in a couple of months, service workers usually take six to eight months, and self-employed applicants take up to 18 months.
• If the Migration Agency needs to follow up for more information, the processing time can be delayed even longer.
• Once you're approved, you can immediately head to Sweden and complete the final steps in person at the Migration Agency office if you're from a visa-exempt country.
• If you're approved and are from a non-exempt country, you must make an appointment at your nearest consulate or visa center to have your photo and fingerprints taken before receiving your residency card. The card is what allows you to enter Sweden.

Student Visa

Student visas are required for anyone not from the EU coming to Sweden to study for longer than 90 days. If your studies are less than 90 days and your passport is from a Schengen visa-exempt country, then you can just enter Sweden as a tourist without a visa. If you're from a non-exempt country, you'll apply for the Schengen Tourist Visa but mark that the purpose of your visit is "studies," (which conveniently also waives the 80 euro fee).

For those who will be studying in Sweden for a semester, a year, or for the duration of an entire degree, you'll have to apply for a student visa . You must have already been accepted into an accredited higher education program as a full-time student before you can apply for the visa. Once you have, the entire visa application process can be done completely online, using the same documents as you need for other visas plus a letter of acceptance into the program. Student visa fees are 1,500 Swedish kronor.

The processing time for student visas generally takes one to three months unless the Migration Agency needs to follow up for additional information. If you're from a visa-exempt country, once you receive a favorable decision you can travel to Sweden and complete the process to receive your residency card from the Migration Authority office. If you're from a non-exempt country, you'll have to go to the appropriate office in your home country to have your photo and fingerprints taken. Once you receive the physical residency card, you can travel to Sweden.

Family Visa

If you are a Swedish citizen, EU citizen, permanent resident, or have been granted a work visa or certain student visas, you are eligible to bring certain family members with you to live in Sweden. The only types of family members who are officially permitted are your same or opposite-sex spouse, domestic partner, or cohabitating partner, as well as your children under the age of 21. However, if you can demonstrate that another family member is dependent on you for care, you can also petition to bring them (an elderly parent, for example).

If the sponsor is a citizen or a permanent resident of Sweden, then the joining family members will also obtain permanent residency. If the sponsor has been granted a work visa or a student visa, then the family members are only allowed to stay as long as the sponsor is legally residing in Sweden.

The exact process varies based on the residency status of the sponsor and the type of family relation, so carefully read over the most up-to-date information from the Swedish Migration Agency. However, the basic framework of what steps need to be taken are more or less the same. Regardless of the relation, the applicant cannot already be living in Sweden and must apply from their home country.

The application process is started online and can be done by the applicant or by the sponsor if granted power of attorney. You'll need to upload documentation that shows the relation between the sponsor and the applicant—such as a marriage certificate—that's been authenticated by local authorities and translated into Swedish or English. The application fee is 2,000 Swedish kronor for adult applicants and 1,500 kronor for applicants under 18.

After the application is submitted, the sponsor will be emailed a questionnaire about their income, living space, and ability to maintain and support the applicant. Once the information is reviewed, the applicant must schedule an appointment for an interview at the nearest Swedish consulate in their home country. The total processing time varies depending on the individual circumstances, but can range from a few months to longer than a year.

Visa Overstays

Overstaying your visa is a serious matter and the consequences can affect your future travel not just in Sweden, but in the entire Schengen Area. All tourists are allowed to visit the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, so grab a calendar and go to the date you expect to return home. From there, go back 180 days—about six months—and add up every day you were in a Schengen country. If that number is 90 days or less, you don't need to worry.

If that number is over 90, then you're overstaying your visa and the potential consequences include a fine, detention, deportation, or even being banned from returning to the Schengen Area.

Extending Your Visa

If you're in Sweden and you're required to stay longer than 90 days, you must apply for a visa extension or a visitor's permit. The visa extension is a one-time decision to extend your visa for an additional 90 days, while the visitor's permit can continue to be renewed for additional time if necessary. Regardless of the type of extension you request, you'll need to justify it with extraordinary circumstances, such as a global pandemic, humanitarian crisis, natural disaster, medical emergency, etc.

Since the visitor's permit can be renewed, it offers more flexibility during tumultuous situations, but it also costs nearly five times the price. The one-time extension costs 30 euros while the visitor's permit costs 1,500 Swedish kronor, or roughly 145 euros (the currencies are different because the extension is considered a Schengen process while the visitor's permit is granted by the Swedish government). You can apply for either extension at the nearest Swedish Migration Agency office.

Swedish Migration Agency. " If you do not need a visa to travel to Sweden. " July 13, 2020.

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How long can a tourist stay in Sweden?

If you want to visit Sweden for more than 90 days, you have to apply for a visitor’s permit.If you want to stay longer in Sweden, you need to apply for a visitor’s permit.

How long can you stay in Sweden with a visitors permit?

How long can non eu citizens stay in sweden, how can i stay in sweden legally, what happens if i overstay my visa in sweden, can sri lankan travel to sweden.

Sweden is open for travel.It is possible to travel to Sweden without restrictions.

Can I stay in Sweden for a year?

Can i live in sweden without a job.

EU/EEA residents can move to Sweden without a job and spend a few months looking for work.Before moving to Sweden, non-EU/EEA residents need to have a job offer in order to get a visa.

What is the 90 day rule in Europe?

You can’t stay in the area for more than 90 days in a 180 day period.It doesn’t matter how many countries you visit.The period is 180 days.

Can I live in Sweden?

A residence permit is required for foreign nationals who want to stay in Sweden for more than 90 days.

What happens if you enter Sweden illegally?

Persons who stay in Sweden illegally can be deported.The Swedish police can check on people to make sure they have the legal right to stay in this country.The application is being assessed.

Which country rejects visa most?

The countries with the highest rejection rates were: Sweden, France, and Norway.

What happens if I stay over 90 days?

The law states that you can’t stay in the area for more than 90 days.If you do, you could be deported and banned from re-entering the area.How that rule is enforced varies from country to country.

How can I move to Finland from Sri Lanka?

If you have a job, a study place or a family member in Finland, you can apply for a residence permit.You need to apply for a residence permit.

Can I move to Sweeden?

Is sweden friendly to foreigners.

Yes.Swedish people are helpful to foreigners, but they don’t bother with personal space.You may end up talking for hours if you start the talk early.

What is the 180-day rule?

The rule is called the Schengen 90/180 rule.Non-EEA nationals can’t spend more than 90 days in a row without a visa if they don’t have a visa.You can’t return to Schengen until 90 more days have passed after you’ve used up your quota.

How long can British stay in Europe?

How long can you stay without a visa?If you’re staying for 90 days or less in a 180-day period, you don’t need a visa for short trips to EU countries.

Who can move to Sweden?

If you have previously been approved for a residence permit, you can move to Sweden if you are not a citizen of an EU/EEA country.If you have a job offer, you can get a residence permit in Sweden.

Who can live in Sweden?

You can work, study or live in Sweden without a residence permit if you are an EU citizen.EU/EEA citizens have the right to stay in Sweden without a residence permit.If you are employed, self-employed or a student, you have the right of residence.

Swedens National Anthem (Half)

“Du gamla, du fria” (You old, you free) with the text of Richard Dybeck used as Sweden’s national anthem and played at major events and at festivals, but unlike many countries, this song has never been officially accepted, but the use of the national anthem rests on traditions.

Norways National Anthem

”Ja, vi elsker dette landet” (“Yes, we love this country”) really ”Sang for Norge” (“Song for Norway”), is Norway’s national anthem. The text is written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson1859 and the melody was composed in 1864 by his cousin Rikard Nordraak.

Denmarks National Anthem

”Der er et yndigt land” (“There is a lovely country”) is Denmark’s national song. The text was written in 1819 by Adam Gottlob Oehlenschläger, and the melody most commonly used is by Hans Ernst Krøyer.

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How to travel with a pending extension application

• December 19, 2016

The Swedish Migration Agency has recently informed us that the handling times for work permit extensions has been prolonged and it might still increase considerably.

The long waiting times comes as a consequence of the Migration Agencys new obligation to closely check that all applicants have met the work permit requirements for all the previous work permit periods, in the past 7 years, to get an extension approved. The result of this requirement has pushed the handlings times from 1-2 months to just above 4 months to get an extension settled.

Human Entrance will submit all applications from our customers in accordance with our Service Level Agreement as per usual and we recommend that one takes current waiting times in consideration and starts the extension process well in advance.

Traveling with a pending extension application

Traveling outside the Schengen area as a non EU national without a valid UT card is not something that we recommend and we cannot guarantee that you will not face any issues or difficulties re-entering Sweden without a valid UT card in hand. But, since the Holidays are coming up we want to share the information that it is possible to travel outside Schengen as a non EU national without a valid UT card if you have a pending extension application with the Migration Agency. It will however be up to you to prove your residency in Sweden to the border police when re-entering the Schengen area with an expired UT card.

Follow these steps to minimize issues when re-entering the Schengen area via a Swedish airport:

If a trip outside of the Schengen area is really necessary, the option that has been proven successful is to exit and re-enter the Schengen area directly via a Swedish airport. The Swedish Border Police have access to the Migration Agency’s system and thus are able to see that you have a pending application.

• Carry a certificate from the Tax Agency (Personbevis) that shows which date you registered in Sweden, which would act as a proof that you are currently living in the country. It can be downloaded from here by using Bank ID. You can also ask them to sed it per fax by calling:  0771-56 75 67.
• Bring your employment contract to prove that you are currently working in Sweden.
• Print out a copy of the receipt from the Migration Agency to prove an application is pending and to have the control number available.
• Before flying back to Sweden/Schengen area, check with the airline that they are willing to let you board the flight. Many airlines will not accept the above documents as proof of your residency in Sweden and will require you to purchase a return ticket out of Sweden / Schengen within the validity of your visitor status in the Schengen area.  (ONLY FOR VISA FREE NATIONALS)
• Another option is to contact the Swedish Embassy at your destination and ask them regarding the possibilities to issue you an entry visa back into Sweden. We can confirm that the Embassy in New Delhi will be able to issue a D-visa for persons having a pending application with the Migration Agency.

For contact details to the Sweden Embassies click  here

Current waiting times from the date of submission to the Swedish Migration Agency:

First time application: 4-6 weeks.

Extension of valid permit: 4 months.

New application for applicant with work permit history – past 7 years: 4months.

You can also see the most recent waiting times  here

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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How Travelers Can Obtain Sweden Visa Extension

The country of Sweden has released its latest updates regarding regulations on travel and entry into its borders. One part of these updates are about the program for an automatic Sweden visa extension. The program is intended for foreign travelers who are holding Sweden or Schengen visas which may or may not be expiring. Travelers will be able to apply for the extension online and this option makes it possible to reduce the number of people who are deciding to go to government offices, and this in turn would restrain the spread of disease into the local populace.

These automatic visa extensions are expected to end on July 31st, 2020 . This means that foreigners who are holders of Schengen or Sweden visas, will not be bothered with fees and reporting, and they will not be required to submit those documents which are normally necessary for Sweden visa extension applications. In this way, it will be much easier and more beneficial for them if they could extend their length of stay within Sweden because they will not be in danger of running into sudden closures of the border or natural disasters.

It should come as no shock that citizens of most countries are legally obligated to provide a visa if they want to enter Sweden. Aside from a visa, they will also have to present a Sweden Health Declaration Form as another requirement for entry.

The evisa is, in effect, a kind of pre-registration that the entrant can apply for. The document is available online and it will be exchanged for a visa on arrival (VOA) once the traveler is in a Swedish airport. To make entry easier and quicker, all foreign travelers are advised to have the document on hand so they will not experience any delays and inconvenience when he wants to enter the country. The strongest recommendation is to apply for the eVisa before the flight so travelers with plenty of time to be able to respond to any issues should they arise.

Another necessary documentation for entry to Sweden is the Sweden Health Declaration Form. This is basically a statement mainly about the holder’s current health condition . The form is available online as well. Another function of the form is as a record of the whereabouts of the holder, especially within the previous 14 days before his flight to Sweden. Health authorities usually issue the form to travelers but they are also available online, where the application process is much easier and faster than the normal way.

Fortunately for travelers, they will be able to experience the many benefits when they use iVisa.com services to apply for travel documents. iVisa.com is tried and tested as a travel company and its intuitive website will be able to help travelers request for documents that are mandatory if you are to enter Sweden. Processing for the Sweden visa and the Sweden Health Declaration Form is as easy as pie, plus the documents are accurate and guaranteed to get you into the country without too much trouble.

All info needed to process travel documents is available if you go to the iVisa.com website right now. Plus, stay, and read this article to the end so you will be able to obtain the required paperwork easily, safely, and quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all travelers legally bound to present a visa and a health declaration form when entering sweden.

All foreign travelers, or non-citizens of Sweden, are required to provide a visa if they want to enter Sweden’s borders, unless they come from a country that has a visa-exempt arrangement with the Swedish government. They are advised to apply for the visa before they are set to fly into Sweden in order to make sure that all their required documents are ready for inspection at the airport.

Other than a visa, another required document for entry into the country is a Sweden Health Declaration Form . The form will be inspected at the airport along with the visa so the traveler will need to have the two along with him. The form is used to identify those people who have minimal risk of infecting the native Swedish with imported diseases. This helps the government by diverting resources to the cases which really need a lot of time to resolve. If you want to obtain the documents without leaving the comfort of your own home, let iVisa.com help you with your online application for a Health Declaration Form .

Are there travelers who enjoy visa-exempt benefits from Sweden?

As stated above, citizens of most countries will be required to present a visa when they are entering the country of Sweden. However, there are special circumstances when these same citizens can enter Sweden without the benefit of a visa. Here are some of them:

1. Citizens of Thailand, the Philippines, Tunisia, Turkey, Morocco, India, the People’s Republic of China (not including Hong Kong and Macau), and Bolivia who hold service or diplomatic passports are not required to present a visa.

2. Travelers from Russia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde, and Armenia who hold diplomatic passports and who intend to stay for a short time only won’t have to apply for a Sweden visa.

3. Citizens of Ukraine, Serbia, Montenegro, Moldova, Georgia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania, and FYROM who hold biometric passports can enter Sweden without a visa.

4. Taiwanese travelers who have passports with identity card numbers will not be required to have a visa for entry.

Do you need to apply for the two documents at one time?

It’s a firm yes on that. As previously stated, Sweden normally requires both a visa and a Health Declaration to be presented by travelers. You need to apply for both at the same time so you will have them on hand when you are being inspected at the airport.

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In Sweden, fascinating walks along the neat streets of Stockholm and the beaches of Malmö, unforgettable fishing on the grandiose Lake Vanern and in the bay of Hanebukten, rich nightlife and varied shopping in Gothenburg, excellent slopes of any difficulty level in the ski resorts of Hydre and Are are waiting for you.

To be able to travel to Sweden , you need first to apply for a visa. The answer to the question “How to get a tourist visa to Sweden ?” you will find below.

Here's how to figure it out: Do I need a tourist visa for Sweden ?

First of all, a visa and a residence permit are not the same things. On a short-stay visa (it gives the right to stay in Sweden and the Schengen countries for no more than 90 days) you travel as a tourist, visit friends, relatives or, for example, go on a business trip. This material describes how to get a tourist visa to Sweden. Tourist visa is not for.

If you are invited to work by a Swedish company, you are enrolled as a student in a Swedish educational institution for a period of more than 90 days, or you enter into a marriage (including civil marriage) with a person living in Sweden - you need to issue not a visa, but a residence permit. In these cases, most likely, the Swedish party inviting you has already provided or will provide you with the necessary information about obtaining a residence permit.

There are different types of short-term visas - it also depends on the purpose of the visit to Sweden.

How to define: do I need a tourist visa for Sweden?

Let's say you have a business negotiation planned in Sweden. After working meetings, you are also going to meet with friends - and be sure to set aside a day to get to know the city as a tourist. What type of short-term visa to apply for: business trip, visiting friends, or tourism?

Correct answer: start from the main purpose of the trip. To process your visa application, you will need a business invitation from a company registered in Sweden, a private invitation from friends or family, or documents proving where you will be staying in Sweden (such as a hotel or ferry cruise booking).

Above, we assumed that you are going to negotiations - and a Swedish company sends you an invitation. In this case, the main purpose of your trip is business. It doesn't contradict meeting friends and sightseeing in your free time. Accordingly, you need to collect a package of documents and fill out a short-term business visa application form .

You will need to fill out a visa application form and collect a small set of documents for each type of visa . The visa application form can be filled in by hand or on a computer. When submitting documents for a visa, the application form will need to be submitted in a printed form and signed.

Documents for a tourist visa to Sweden:

• Application form

Completed in English or Swedish and personally signed by the applicant (the child will also need a questionnaire signed by the parent);

• International passport

Validity period - at least three months from the date of the end of the trip, the presence of the owner's signature and at least two blank pages is required.

• Copy of passport

The first page of the passport plus copies of all old Schengen;

• The photo

One photo 3.5 x 4.5 cm (see photo requirements below);

• Copy of internal passport

All pages of the internal passport with entries or stamps.

• Copy of tickets

A photocopy of air tickets or tickets for any type of transport in both directions.

• Copy of hotel booking

Confirmation of the booked hotel/hostel room. The document must contain all members of the arriving family/company, as well as data on the payment of accommodation;

• Reference from the place of work

Reference from work with the prescribed position and salary. For entrepreneurs - a photocopy of the company registration certificate and a copy of a tax payment certificate (tax declaration);

• Bank statement

The statement must be fresh, no older than 6 months. Confirmation of a sufficient amount of finance at the rate of 450 SEK per day;

• For students, schoolchildren

Certificate from the place of study, sponsorship letter with a photocopy of the general civil passport of the sponsor, certificate of employment/extract from the sponsor's account (drawn up according to general rules);

• Medical insurance

Medical insurance is valid throughout the Schengen area and for the entire duration of the trip (the amount of insurance coverage is at least 30,000 EUR);

Sweden tourist visa requirements for minors:

To visit Sweden, a minor must provide:

• Copy of a birth certificate, consent of parents/guardians (or one parent/guardian) in case of traveling accompanied by a third person or with one of the legal representatives.

• Single parents must show a photocopy of the relevant certificate confirming their status or a police certificate stating that relations with the child's second parent are not maintained and his whereabouts are unknown, widows (widowers) provide a copy of the death certificate of their spouse.

• Photos were taken 3.5 x 4.5 cm with a head size of 3 cm long, without a frame.

• The only white background is allowed, paper - matte or glossy.

• The applicant's face is centered from the front, for correct identification the oval must be clearly visible: not covered with hair, massive glasses, scarves, and other items, unless medical indications require it.

• The length of the head from the chin to the crown is about 30 mm (70-80% of the area).

• The photo is taken from the front, the gaze is directed to the camera, there is no smile.

The practice of requesting a single or multiple entry visa in a Sweden tourist visa application form is a thing of the past. All diplomatic missions of the Schengen countries are governed today by the common visa code. According to the current code, the decision on single or multiple valid visas is made automatically - let’s see below how often can you go to Sweden on a tourist visa:

You will receive a multiple-entry Schengen visa:

• for a period of one year, provided that you have previously received and legally used three visas within the previous two years;
• valid for two years, provided that you have obtained and legally used a previous multiple entry visa valid for one year within the previous two years;
• for a period of five years, provided that you have obtained and lawfully used a previous multiple-entry visa valid for two years within the previous three years.

Pay attention to the word “legal”. So, if the applicant previously exceeded the permissible periods of stay in the Schengen region or, for example, received a multiple-entry visa at the Embassy of Finland, but used it mainly for travel to Portugal and Italy, this may affect the type of visa at the next consideration.

Previously issued transit visas and national visas of individual Schengen member states are not taken into account when issuing multiple-entry visas .

Hope you could find the answer to the question “ how often can you go to Sweden on a tourist visa ” here.

Documents for obtaining it can be submitted to the migration department of the Embassy of Sweden or visa centers of the country. The Consulate General and other official representations of the state do not issue short-stay visas. The requirements for the package of documents are unified Schengen, the rules for crossing the border and staying also do not differ from those of other countries participating in the Schengen agreement . No prior registration required. You can submit documents at any time convenient for you during the opening hours of the Visa Application Center.

Currently, the consular fee for all types of visas, including Sweden tourist visa fees is 35 EUR . In case of visa refusal, the money will not be returned. When contacting the Visa Application Center, you must additionally pay a service fee of 20 EUR.

Children under 6 years old, schoolchildren and students with accompanying teachers, participants in cultural, sports events and exchange programs, and scientists and persons with disabilities, are exempted from paying the Sweden tourist visa fees . In addition, the Sweden tourist visa fees are not charged if the purpose of the trip is medical treatment, the funeral of a close relative, or caring for him due to illness.

The website of the visa center states that Sweden tourist visa processing time takes 3-5 days to make decisions on applications. Considering that sending documents to the embassy takes one more day, the real Sweden tourist visa processing time is 5-7 days . Employees of the migration department also issue ready-made passports within 5 days. In rare cases, the processing time increases, the applicant may be asked for additional data.

Information about the readiness of a visa can be obtained via SMS notification from the visa centre. Also, for a fee, a courier passport delivery service is available.

A Schengen visa to Sweden is valid for 90 days within six months. Seasoned travelers have every chance of an annual Schengen ( Sweden long-term stay tourist visa ) with unlimited entries.

A compromise option is a six-month multiple entry Schengen visa, which applies to one or two correctly "cancelled" visas.

With a competent justification of the need for frequent trips to Sweden (to relatives, at work), you can request a Sweden long-term stay tourist visa with a validity of 2 years or more. To do this, you need to draw up a so-called motivation letter, state your situation, and attach it to the general package of documents.

If you cannot leave Sweden before your Sweden tourist visa expires, you must contact the Migration Agency to extend a tourist visa in Sweden. You will need to show that you cannot leave Sweden on time for a compelling reason (for example, your flight was cancelled).

Suppose your anticipated stay, including extend a tourist visa in Sweden, exceeds 90 days. In that case, you should contact the Sweden Migration Board to apply for a residence permit for the purpose of the visit.

It assumes a long stay of up to one hundred and eighty days within six months. By having Sweden's long-term stay tourist visa, you can live in the chosen country permanently. It is only necessary to obtain a " residence permit " in special government service.

With Sweden long term stay tourist visa you can travel for three months in each half of the year.

Grounds for obtaining Sweden long term stay tourist visa are issued:

FOR THE SPOUSES OF EU CITIZENS, FOR FAMILY RECONNECTION;

FOR STUDENTS;

FOR SCIENTIFIC STAFF;

FOR LEARNING THE LANGUAGE;

FOR TRAINING OR PAID TRAINING.

According to the information on rapidvisa.com Sweden tourist visa success rate is 12,78%. So, as you can see Sweden tourist visa success rate is not so high.

They can. At the same time - attention! - according to the statistics of the Swedish Embassy , this happens in about one case out of a hundred: if the Embassy has doubts about the veracity of the information contained in the application. For example, if there is reason to believe that the visa applicant will not return from Sweden at the end of the visa validity period, or that he/she intends to work in Sweden instead of the declared tourist trip.

See the point " in one case out of a hundred " - please provide true information in the application and do not worry.

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Sweden Tourist Visa Requirements for Most Important to Visit Sweden. This country has the attractive beauty of legal protection and freedom of movement.  What is not in this country? You will be mesmerized by the beauty of this country. Mountains and rivers are also the scenic streets of Stockholm. Natural beauty is spread all over the country.  Traveling to Sweden will provide you with a distinctive kind of peace of intellect and you’ll feel like you’ve found a small piece of paradise. Let us know how to get a Sweden Tourist Visa.

Are you planning to travel on vacation? Then Sweden can be your perfect tourist destination.  One can feel the feeling of heaven by traveling to this country. But one thing you need to be clear: we have described to you all the important facts about Sweden’s Tourist Visa in this article.

Requirements for a Swedish Schengen Visa

The most important for the visa process is the requirements. Now, we discuss Sweden’s Tourist Visa Requirements.

Valid passport for Sweden visa requirements:

• At least 2 blank pages
• With the applicant’s signature
• Not more than 10 years old
• The passport should be valid for three months even after the visa expires.
• Previous passport
• Sweden visa application form
• Passport-size photograph
• Size 3.5 x 4.5 cm
• white background
• Taken within the past 6 months
• Forward-facing with facial features visible and clear

Cover letter for Sweden Tourist Visa Requirements .

• Travel Health Insurance
• Travel Itinerary
• Flight reservations
• Proof of accommodations (Hotel reservation)
• Proof of financial means( bank statements last 3 months)
• Accommodation.
• Financial Means

Civil Status Documents

Employment status documents.

• Name and address of employer
• Nature of employment
• Starting date of employment
• Purpose of travel
• Duration of time off from work for travel

For those under 18 years of age, the following written requirements must be submitted

• Copy of birth certificate requirements for Swedish visa.
• If the minor applicant is adopted, proof of adoption.
• Divorce certificate if parents of minor applicants are divorced.
• Death certificate in case of death of minor’s parents.
• Copy of parent’s passport.

Sweden Tourist Visa Processing Steps

• Keep all your documents ready.
• Select Tourist in the visa application form.
• Indicate on the form if you wish to travel to a Schengen country other than Sweden.
• The application process depends on which country you are applying from. Contact the Visa Processing Center to determine whether you will submit through a third party or at the Swedish Embassy.
• In most cases, applying for a tourist visa requires a personal appointment at a visa center. Contact the Swedish Consulate to determine whether an appointment is required.
• Application should be submitted at least 15 days before the date of travel.
• Visas are submitted in person at a Swedish consulate or processing center, but there may be some differences between countries.
• Biometric fingerprinting of the applicant is taken. However, children below 12 years of age are not fingerprinted by biometric method.
• A photograph of the applicant’s face is captured.
• Applicants may be asked to appear for an interview on another date.

Can I Extend a Schengen Visa in Sweden?

• It isn’t conceivable to get a visa if you remain in Sweden for 90 days.
• An application for a visa extension must be made before the visa expires.
• No fee will be charged during processing.

Who can extend the Schengen visa period?

• Force majeure
• humanitarian reasons
• Personal reasons

Documents required to extend Schengen visa

• The visa extension application form.
• Copies of the pages in your passport.
• A detailed description of why you want to extend the visa should be provided.
• Personal medical travel insurance.

Can you study and work in Sweden on a tourist visa?

• Of course not, a Sweden tourist visa does not permit you to consider and work in Sweden.
• You will need a Sweden work permit visa to work in Sweden.
• You must have a student visa to study in Sweden.

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At the end of the discussion, we were able to know what Sweden Tourist Visa Requirements are, and how to obtain a tourist visa. Other than that, we too need to know what are the prerequisites for Sweden’s visitor visa and visa handling. Hopefully, those who plan to travel to Sweden will get a lot of visa information from this article.

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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's special officer Arvend Applasamy confirmed this when met at the scene at Masjid India on Monday (Aug 26).

“The extension is effective today. The government is also ensuring that the family is being taken care of, and a counselor will be there to help them at all times," he said.

“It is my understanding that they have accepted fate and they told me that they do not expect anything and would want to see her face," said Arvend.

Vijayalaksmi - a tourist from India - fell into the eight-metre-deep sinkhole on Jalan Masjid India after the ground gave way when she was walking to a nearby temple at 8.22am last Friday.

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Frequently asked questions about extension of temporary residence permits for former asylum seekers and their families

On this page, you will find frequently asked questions and answers regarding the extension of temporary residence permits.

Frequently asked questions about applying

How soon can i apply for an extension.

You can apply for a residence permit extension earliest two months before your current residence permit expires.

Can I work while waiting for a decision on extension?

Yes, if you have applied for a residence permit extension in time (that is, before your old residence permit expires), you are allowed to work while you wait for a decision.

What happens if I submit my application for an extension after my current residence permit has expired?

If you apply for an extension too late, that is, after your residence permit has expired, you will not have the right to work while waiting for a decision. You also risk losing certain benefits, such as start-up support, study allowance or parental allowance.

Moreover, if you apply too late, there is a risk your application will be rejected because you will have been in Sweden without a valid residence permit.

If you were previously issued an expulsion order and it is still valid, it can be enforced when your residence permit expires if you do not apply for an extension in time.

What happens if I apply on time, but fail to submit all the attachments before my residence permit expires?

When we examine your application, we will make a decision based on the information we have received. All requirements must be met when you apply. You can supplement your application by sending documents by post to the Swedish Migration Agency if we have not yet made a decision. The processing times can vary so it is not possible to predict when your application will be examined.

Send your attachments to:

The Swedish Migration Agency/Migrationsverket Box 3100 903 03 Umeå

Will the Swedish Migration Agency pay for my trip if I come for an interview?

No. Only people registered at one of the Swedish Migration Agency’s Unit for Reception can get compensation for travel expenses.

How long will it take to get a decision?

The Swedish Migration Agency cannot answer how long the processing time is going to be. However, if you apply for an extension before your temporary residence permit expires, you have the right to stay in Sweden and continue to work or study while you wait for a decision.

Be sure to attach all documents to your application. It may take longer to process your application if it needs to be supplemented.

I have been granted a temporary residence permit due to impediments to enforcement and I am still unable to return. How do I apply for an extension?

You can apply for a residence permit extension online or by filling in a form. In your application, you must state why you want to stay in Sweden.

We will go over your previous application and the documentation for your last decision, and then contact you if we need to ask additional questions about why you want to stay in Sweden.

It is very important that you apply for an extended residence permit before your current residence permit expires. If you were previously issued with an expulsion order and you do not apply for a residence permit extension in time, your expulsion order may be enforced when your current residence permit expires.

Read more about how to apply for a residence permit extension online

Read more about how to apply for an extension using the form

What happens if I do not apply for an extension after my current residence permit has expired?

If you do not apply for an extension when your residence permit expires, you no longer have the right to be in Sweden and you must leave the country.

I want to apply for an extension by post. What address should I send my application to?

Send your application and attachments to:

Frequently asked questions about applying online

Can i apply online without an e-id.

No, you must have a Swedish e-ID and an email address to apply for a residence permit extension online.

How do I get an e-ID?

If you do not already have a Swedish e-ID, such as BankID, you can get one by contacting your bank. If you do not use online banking services, you can apply for an ID card from the Swedish Tax Agency that contains an e-ID.

I do not have an email address. What should I do?

You can use another person’s email address to receive the code you need to log in to the e-service for the first time.

The Swedish Migration Agency may contact you about your application using that email address so you must have access to it until you have received a decision.

I have applied online but I could not upload all the attachments digitally. I want to send in my attachments by post. Where should I send them?

How do i apply for an extension if i cannot apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, you can print out an application form and send your application to the Swedish Migration Agency by post.

Send your application to:

My residence permit expires in three months and I want to apply for an extension online, but I cannot log in to the e-service. Why is that?

You can apply for a residence permit extension earliest two months before your current residence permit expires. You cannot log in to the e-service before that.

Why am I not eligible to use the e-service?

The most common reason why a person is not eligible to use the e-service is that it is too early for you to apply for a residence permit extension. You cannot log in to the e-service until you have less than two months left on your current residence permit. Check the end date of your residence permit (stated on your residence permit card) and try again later.

You can also read more about the e-service to check whether it is the correct service for your type of residence permit.

Can I apply online for a residence permit extension for my children?

Yes, custodial parents and legal guardians use their e-ID to apply for an extension for their children aged under 18 years. Once you have logged in, you will be asked whether you are applying for yourself or for a child for whom you are the guardian. You can submit multiple applications if you have multiple children, but keep in mind that you must complete and submit the application for each person before you can log in again to submit a new application for someone else.

I cannot submit an application for my child via the e-service. What should I do?

First, make sure you have filled in the correct personal identity number or case number for your child. If the number is correct, but you still cannot fill out an application for your child, the child's other guardian can try to log in with their e-ID and complete the child’s application. If this does not work either, please contact the Swedish Migration Agency so that we can help you.

Can legal representative use the e-service to apply for an extended residence permit for unaccompanied minors?

A legal representative cannot log in to the e-service. Children without guardians in Sweden can make their own application online if they have an e-ID. The Swedish Migration Agency will contact the child's legal representative or specially appointed legal guardian to have the application confirmed. If the child does not have an e-ID, the legal representative can apply by submitting the form 200011 Application for residence permit extension.

Read more about how to apply for an extended residence permit by post

Can the e-service be used by a legal representative who is helping someone with their application or must a paper form be used instead?

Applicants who want to use the e-service must log in themselves using their e-ID. Parents can log in using their e-ID and apply for a residence permit extension for their children aged under 18 years.

A legal representative who is helping someone to apply for a residence permit extension must send in the application by post and enclose a written power of attorney.

Can the e-service be used to apply for an extension, no matter what the reason for the application is?

Yes, you can use the e-service to apply for an extended residence permit for all reasons. You can select one or more reasons at the same time.

How do I know if my online application for a residence permit extension has been received by the Swedish Migration Agency?

When you have completed your application, you will receive confirmation on your screen that the Migration Agency has received your information. You can also download a summary of your application in the form of a PDF.

Shortly after you have submitted your application, the Migration Agency will confirm it has been received by sending an email to the address you entered the first time you logged in to the e-service.

You can also use the My page service. Keep in mind that it can take up to one hour for an online application to appear in the system and it may take several days for documents that have been sent in by post to be registered.

Go to My page

Why have I not received confirmation that my application in the e-service has been received by the Swedish Migration Agency?

When you have completed your application, you will receive confirmation immediately on your screen that the Swedish Migration Agency has received your information.

Once your application has been registered, the Swedish Migration Agency will send confirmation by email to the email address you provided when you first logged in to the e-service, that is, the same email address the login code was sent to. It can take up to one hour for the email to be sent.

If more than one hour has passed and you have still not received confirmation by email, or your application has still not appeared in My page, you should log into the e-service again to see if there is a paused application there. Sometimes people pause their application and then forget to complete it. It is important that you complete your application before your current residence permit expires.

I do not have digital copies of all the documents I need in order to apply in the e-service. What should I do?

The e-service becomes available to you when you have two months left on your current residence permit. During that time, you can log in to the e-service as many times as you like, provided you have not submitted the application. If you discover that you do not have all your attachments available digitally, you can pause your application and acquire the documents you need. When you are ready you can log in again and continue your application by uploading the documents. Remember that you must complete and submit your application before your current residence permit expires. If you have paused your application, you need to remember to complete it on time. You will not be sent a reminder.

If you submit the application without uploading the required documents for the application, you have to send the missing documents to the Swedish Migration Agency by post within two weeks. If we need to remind you to submit your documents, this may result in a longer processing time. We may also decide your case without the documentation you had intended to submit.

How do I upload attachments in the e-service? What file formats can I use?

You can upload digital attachments, such as a PDF or a scanned or photographed document.

You may upload multiple files in the same upload box, but it is important that you use the correct upload boxes to attach the documents we have asked for. Next to the box, there is a text describing which document you need to upload into the box in question. If you upload a document in the wrong box, it will be more difficult for the administrator to assess whether your application is complete.

Attachments uploaded to the service must be in PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, or TXT file format.

Frequently asked questions about extension for family members

I have been granted asylum but my family has a residence permit because of close family ties. what can my family do to stay in sweden.

Both you and your family should apply for an extension in the same manner. The easiest way to apply is online using e-ID. Parents can use their e-ID to submit applications for their children under the age of 18 years. In the application, each person states why he or she wants to stay in Sweden.

After three years with a residence permit in Sweden, you can apply for a permanent residence permit at the same time as you apply for an extended residence permit. Each family member must meet the requirements for a permanent residence permit.

Do I have to be able to financially support my family when we apply for an extension?

The maintenance requirement for close relatives only applies the first time your family applies to relocate to Sweden to live with you.

If you are applying for permanent residence permits at the same time as you apply for extensions, each adult family member must be able to support themselves.

How long a residence permit will my family get when we apply for an extension?

When you apply for an extended residence permit, the main rule is that you will be granted a two-year residence permit. This applies to both you and your family. After you have had a residence permit in Sweden for three years, you and your family members can apply for a permanent residence permit.

Last updated: 2024-04-01