🇸🇪 Sweden visa requirements
Do you need a visa for Sweden? It depends on your nationality. 89 passports can enter Sweden visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eVisa or travel authorisation, and 105 must apply for a visa in advance. Find your passport below, or review Sweden's general entry requirements.
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Sweden entry requirements (all travellers)
| Passport validity | Valid for at least 3 months beyond your Schengen stay |
| Return / onward ticket | Required Proof of onward/return travel required at border |
| Proof of funds | Required Approx. €100 per day of stay (varies by country) |
| Travel insurance | Required Min. €30,000 medical coverage for the entire Schengen area |
| Routine vaccines | Recommended Tetanus, MMR up to date |
- Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries combined
- Keep hotel bookings and travel itinerary ready for inspection
Passports that enter Sweden visa-free (89)
Citizens of these countries can enter Sweden without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Nationalities that need a visa for Sweden in advance (105)
Citizens of these countries must obtain a visa from a Sweden embassy or consulate before departure.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs a visa to visit Sweden?
105 nationalities must obtain a visa before travelling to Sweden, while 89 can enter visa-free, 0 receive a visa on arrival and 0 apply for an eVisa or travel authorisation online. Find your nationality in the lists above for exact details.
How long must my passport be valid to enter Sweden?
Valid for at least 3 months beyond your Schengen stay.
Do I need proof of funds or a return ticket for Sweden?
Return/onward ticket: required (Proof of onward/return travel required at border). Proof of funds: required (Approx. €100 per day of stay (varies by country)).
Is this Sweden visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com offers general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources, last reviewed 2026-08-25. Always confirm current requirements with Sweden's official immigration authority or nearest embassy before travel.