We got this Sweden visa from Dubai guide for you if you are planning a trip to Sweden from Dubai. Sweden is among the countries which constitute the Schengen area and all have common visa rules.
Therefore you should apply for Schengen visa to enter Sweden and also to enter any other country in Schengen area.
Whether your trip to Sweden is for leisure or vacation, business to visit friends or family, Arooha tours can help you obtain the Sweden visa from Dubai.
A Sweden visa is an official document granted by the Swedish government to allow travelers from other nations to enter Sweden for a specific period and purpose.
Before you are issued with the visa, you are required to meet the set criteria. Also you have to attach all required documents when submitting your visa application.
The requirements to apply for Sweden visa to be allowed enter the country depends on your nationality.
National who their countries is listed under Schengen visa exempted countries are allowed to travel to Sweden visa free.
On the other hand, National who their country is no listed under the Schengen visa exempted countries are required to apply for the Sweden visa based on purpose of visit before traveling.
The following are countries that their national can travel to Sweden without a visa for short-term stay purposes:
| Albania | Israel | Saint Lucia |
| Andorra | Japan | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Kiribati | Samoa |
| Argentina | Kosovo | San Marino |
| Australia | Macau | Serbia |
| Bahamas | Malaysia | Seychelles |
| Barbados | Marshall Islands | Singapore |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Mauritius | Solomon Islands |
| Brazil | Mexico | South Korea |
| Brunei | Micronesia | Taiwan |
| Canada | Moldova | Timor Leste |
| Chile | Monaco | Tonga |
| Colombia | Montenegro | Trinidad and Tobago |
| Costa Rica | New Zealand | Tuvalu |
| 15. Dominica | 36. Nicaragua | Ukraine |
| El Salvador | North Macedonia | United Arab Emirates |
| Georgia | Palau | United States of America |
| Grenada | Panama | Uruguay |
| Guatemala | Paraguay | Vanuatu |
| Honduras | Peru | Vatican City |
| Hong Kong | Saint Kitts and Nevis | Venezuela |
There are different types of Sweden visa and they are categorized according to purpose of visit to the country.
When planning to visit Sweden for tourism purposes such a holiday, sightseeing among other tourism activities this sis the visa you should apply for.
This is the type of Sweden visa to apply if you want to travel to Sweden see family. The family can be to visit your spouse, a registered partner, cohabiting partner, parents or children living in Sweden.
You should apply for this if you will be transiting through Sweden to a destination outside the Schengen area.
There are two types of the Sweden Transit Visa:
When applying for the Airport Transit Visa A, you are required to provide a copy of visa for the final destination.
Not all national transiting through Sweden are required to obtain the transit visa but nationals from the below country must obtain it.
This special visa is granted to young people aged between 18 to 30 years and allows them to explore life and culture in Sweden for up to one year.
While living in Sweden, the Work Holiday Visa allows you to work on a temporary job to finance your holiday.
Nationals eligible for a working holiday visa in Sweden are from these countries:
You must have a dully filled Sweden visa application form. Ensure you fill it with the accurate details to avoid visa rejection due to wrong information.
You are supposed to submit copies of your current and previous passport for the past seven years. Your current passport should be valid for at least three months after the visa expires and with at least two blank pages for stamping. You must also present the copies of all used passport pages.
Provide two colored photos of yourself that adheres to the International Civil Organization (ICAO) standards. These include:
The letter should clearly state the purpose of your visit to Sweden and details of your travel itinerary.
You must have a travel health insurance that covers medical emergencies for up to 30,000 Euros within Sweden and other Schengen countries.
You need to present proof of booked roundtrip flight tickets showing your exact entry and departure from the Schengen zone dates.
Present evidence of accommodation in Sweden whether it’s a hotel reservation or a relative or friend hosting you.
You need to provide documents such as three months bank statement to proof that you can afford your stay in Sweden and the Schengen zone.
Document you can submit as evidence of your civil status is birth certificate, divorce papers or a marriage license.
Note: You may be required to submit additional documents based on your nationality and other factors like employment.
Follow the steps below for Sweden Visa from Dubai application
Contact Arooha visa consultant through Whatsapp
Gather all required documents and send to the visa expert
Pay the visa and consultation fee
The visa expert will fill in for you application form and review the documents meet the required standards
The visa expert will book for you appointment date at the Sweden embassy or consulate to submit he application
You will be given a date to attend the interview where you will submit your biometric and attend the interview
The embassy will start processing your visa
After that, your visa will be processed.
You will get a message when your visa is ready.
| Sweden Visa Application | Visa Fee in Euro |
|---|---|
| Sweden Visa for adult travelers | 80 |
| Sweden Visa for children (6 – 12 years) | 40 |
| Sweden Visa for children (under six years) | FREE |
It takes the Swedish embassy or consulates-general around 15 days to process your visa. The processing time may also take longer depending on applicant case even up to 45 days.
You should submit your application o time at least 1 month before you intended travel dates to avoid inconveniences.
Consulate General Information
Address: Dry Docks Complex Industrial Estate P.O. Box 9219 Dubai United Arab Emirates
Phone: +971 4 345 77 16
Fax: +971 4 345 24 39
Sweden is among the Europe countries which tick almost all boxes as an ideal country to visit. Whether you are visiting Sweden for the first time or you have been to this country before, there is always a new experience to try.
Here we have listed the best experiences you should include in your list of things to do when you visit Sweden for a fun and enjoy visit.
The northern lights are a magical natural phenomenon. When you visit Swden you should check out when they will appear in the skies.
They light the dark skies of Swedish Lapland with ethereal green and pink colors to spectacular views. These light are most sighted between late September and early April. During this period the condition are ideal and there are long nights.
If you love outdoor activities’, you should include visiting Abisko National Park in your experiences to try in Sweden.
This park is located far north in the Swedish Lapland boarding Lake Torneträsk and covers is 77 sq. km. You can choose to go hiking in this park and see the untouched wilderness.
Skiers visit this park during winter season for a wild skiing adventure because the park is blanketed in snow.
Also, visitors tour this park to spot the Northern lights as the poark is known as the best place to spot the view. And they are easily spotted in the park on long winter nights.
If you are on holiday vacation in Sweden, you should visit the Gotland Beaches. You will enjoy the white sandy beaches and clear water.
During summer season, the waters are warm which makes it ideal destination for a relaxing place. More so, you will also have fun as the beaches are lively.
Can I extend my Sweden Visa?
If you are in Sweden and want to extend you visa, you can submit your request. But the reason for extension has exceptional.
What happens if my Sweden Visa is rejected?
When you submit your visa application and it is rejected, first you will be given the reason. You have an option to appeal the decision by writing an appeal letter to the embassy within 3 weeks after receiving the decision.
Secondly, you can rectify or address the reasons why your visa application was rejected.
How long can I stay in Sweden with a Sweden Visa?
If you used the short-term stay visa to enter Sweden, you can stay up to 90 days within a period of 180 days.
If you used the long-stay visa to enter Sweden you can stay in Sweden up to the time specified on the visa.
Do I need a residence permit if I have a Sweden visa D?
If you are issued with Sweden visa D which is a long term stay visa, you are also required to obtain residence permit before traveling to Sweden,
How long does a Sweden Visa take from Dubai?
A Sweden visa typically takes 7 to 15 days to be processed. However, in special cases or during peak seasons, the processing may take up to 45 days.
