Europe · Visa Guide

Sweden Visa Requirements 2026

38Visa Free
23Visa Required
Source: Official embassy data, IATAAlways confirm requirements with the destination embassy before travel

Visa Free38

United States90 daysSchengen area
United Kingdom90 daysSchengen 90/180 rule
GermanyUnlimitedEU freedom of movement
Japan90 daysSchengen area
Canada90 daysSchengen area
Australia90 daysSchengen area
Singapore90 daysSchengen area
South Korea90 daysSchengen area
Brazil90 daysSchengen area
Mexico90 daysSchengen area
UAE90 daysVisa-free since Apr 2024
France90 daysSchengen/EU
Italy90 daysSchengen/EU
Spain90 daysSchengen/EU
Portugal90 daysSchengen/EU
Greece90 daysSchengen/EU
Netherlands90 daysSchengen/EU
Austria90 daysSchengen/EU
Czech Republic90 daysSchengen/EU
Poland90 daysSchengen/EU
Croatia90 daysSchengen/EU
Hungary90 daysSchengen/EU
Sweden90 daysSchengen/EU
Denmark90 daysSchengen/EU
Norway90 daysSchengen/EU
Iceland90 daysSchengen/EU
Switzerland90 daysSchengen/EU
Ireland90 daysSchengen/EU
New Zealand90 daysSchengen area
Chile90 daysSchengen area
Argentina90 daysSchengen area
Colombia90 daysSchengen area
Peru90 daysSchengen area
Costa Rica90 daysSchengen area
Malaysia90 daysSchengen area
Georgia90 daysSchengen
Qatar90 daysSchengen
Morocco90 daysSchengen area

Visa Required23

IndiaSchengen visa required
ChinaSweden visa required
RussiaSchengen visa required
South AfricaSchengen visa required
NigeriaSchengen visa required
TurkeySchengen visa required
CubaSchengen visa required
ThailandSchengen visa required
VietnamSchengen visa required
IndonesiaSchengen visa required
PhilippinesSchengen visa required
CambodiaSchengen visa required
Sri LankaSchengen visa required
NepalSchengen visa required
MaldivesSchengen visa required
JordanSchengen visa required
OmanSchengen visa required
EgyptSchengen visa required
KenyaSchengen visa required
TanzaniaSchengen visa required
RwandaSchengen visa required
EthiopiaSchengen visa required
FijiSchengen visa required

Sweden Visa FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Sweden?

It depends on your passport. Citizens of United States, United Kingdom, Germany and 35 more countries can enter Sweden visa-free. Some passports require a full visa application before travel.

Can US citizens visit Sweden without a visa?

Yes — US citizens can visit Sweden visa-free for 90 days.

Can UK citizens visit Sweden without a visa?

Yes — UK citizens can visit Sweden visa-free for 90 days.

How long can I stay in Sweden without a visa?

Most visa-free nationals can stay up to 90 days in Sweden. Exact duration depends on your passport — check the table above for your nationality.

Where can I apply for a Sweden visa?

Visa applications for Sweden are typically handled by Sweden embassies and consulates in your home country. Apply well in advance of your travel date.

Visa requirements change without notice. This information is for general guidance only and was last verified in July 2026. Always confirm entry requirements with the official embassy or consulate of Sweden before booking your trip.