Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
TOURIST VISA
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden for the purpose of tourist purposes please see the list of requirements for further details.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Tourist Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Business/ Conference Visa
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden for the purpose of business, conferences or other professional purposes please see the list of requirements for further details.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Business Checklist Diplomats Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Study / Research Visa
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden for the purpose of Studies / Research Visa please see the list of requirements for further details.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Study Research Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Medical Visa
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden for the purpose of Medical Visa please see the list of requirements for further details.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Medical Visa Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Sports / Cultural
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden to participate in a cultural or sport event please follow these instructions. Please note that artists and athletes might need a work permit when performing or participating in events in Sweden. If so your application should be launched at the Embassy of Sweden. Please see www.migrationsverket.se grationsverket.se for more information on work permit.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
-
Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Sports/ Culture Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Official Visa
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Overview
If you wish to travel to Sweden for an Official purpose please see the list of requirements for further details.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
-
Documents Required
Get the peace of mind you need on your travels, with insurance made simple for more click here.
Please click below to download the Checklist
Official Visa Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
-
Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Minor Visa
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Overview
If you are a minor and wish to travel to Sweden please see the list of specific requirements for further details
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
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Minor Checklist Consent Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Visiting Family and Friends
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Overview
This visa is provided for those who wishes to visit relatives and or friends in Sweden. The friend or relative (referent) has to fill out an Invitation and questionnaire concerning a person who wishes to visit you in Sweden.
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
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Visiting Family Friends Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
Airport transit
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Overview
Nationals of certain countries also need an airport transit visa to change aircraft at an airport in Schengen country. The list of countries whose nationals need an airport transit visa is provided here
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Effective from 5th September 2022 the Visa fee should be paid online in USD using an international debit or credit card. Before making the payment, please ensure you meet the requirements mentioned in the admissibility and respective category checklist.
Kindly note the refund of Visa fee will take 14 days to return to you account.
Application Type Visa Fee in Euros Visa Fee in USD Visa Fee in ETB Schengen Visa (Short Stay - Type C, age 12 years and above) 90 104 16,500 Children (ages 6-11) 45 52 8250 Children (0 to 5 years) 0 0 0 EU Visa Facilitation Agreement
Nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cape Verde, FYROM, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine35 41 6500 The VFS service fee can be paid at the center in ETB
Category Service Fee (ETB) Service Fee (ETB) SERVICE FEE IN EUROS VFS Service fee 4000 21 Exemptions:
The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:
- Children under six years
- School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research or participating in a scientific seminar or conference
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports when travelling for official duties
- Family members of EU/EEA citizens
- Family members of UK Nationals who fall under the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
VFS Service fees is (inclusive of VAT) applicable per application over and above the visa fees for all applicants.
Special note for all applicants applying at the Visa Application Centre:
The applicable fees depend on the current exchange rate, which can be changed without any notifications
Applicants who are exempted from the visa fees need to pay only the VFS service fee
The fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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Documents Required
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Please click below to download the Checklist
Airport transit Checklist Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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Family members of EU citizens
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Overview
Third-country nationals who are family members of EU citizens derive their rights under the Directive (2004/38/EC) from EU citizens, the holders of the primary status. In principle, they do not enjoy any autonomous right to move and reside freely. Core’ family members have an automatic right of entry and residence, irrespective of their nationality.
The following persons are defined in Article 2(2) of the Directive as ‘core’ family members:
- spouse
- registered partner
- cohabiting partner
- a child (or other direct descendant) under 21 or who is economically dependant
- parents (or other direct ascendants) who are economically dependant
- another family member who is dependent on an EEA citizen for his/her support, or is part of the EEA citizen’s household, or whom an EEA citizen is required to take care of personally, for serious health reasons.
Please note that EU citizens residing in the Member State of their own nationality do not normally benefit from the rights granted by the Directive (as there is no element of free movement), for example a Swedish citizen living in Sweden do not hold a right of residence based on Directive 2004/38/EC in his/her home country, unless he or she returned to Sweden after having utilised the right of free movement in another Member State for a certain period.
How to apply
You can apply for a short-stay Schengen visa (type C) which will allow you to enter and stay in Sweden and the Schengen area for up to 90 days.
Where family members decide not to make use of their right to lodge their application directly at the consulate but to use the services of an external service provider (VFS) or extra services, they may be required to pay for these services (service fee). Family members are exempted from paying the visa fee.
In the event that you wish to remain in the Member State for more than 90 days as a family member of a EU citizen exercising his/her free movement rights, you must apply (when in the Member State) for a Residence Card of a family member of an EU citizen.
Book an appointment
As a family member of an EU citizen, you also have the possibility to submit your visa application directly at the Swedish Embassy in Kenya.
Send an email to [email protected] in order to receive an appointment. You will usually be given an appointment within a few working days.
More information
The Swedish Migration Agency on EES family members
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
Please note that a family member of an EU or EEA citizen does NOT pay an application fee for Schengen visa.
There is a VFS service charge of ETB 4000 levied per application.
Please enquire from the Visa Application centre for the payment procedure during application date.
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Documents Required
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EU-EEA family members Checklist Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
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Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
UK nationals who resided in an EU Member State in accordance with EU law on free movement of persons on 31 December 2020, and who continued to reside there thereafter, fall within scope of the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement.
Family members of UK nationals
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Overview
Only the following categories of family members can still join the UK national Withdrawal Agreement beneficiary:
- Family members who were directly related to the Withdrawal Agreement beneficiary (‘core family members’) and resided outside the host State on 31 December 2020 and who fulfil the relevant conditions of Article 2(2) of the Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC at the moment they seek residence under the Withdrawal Agreement in order to join the beneficiary in the host State
- Children born to, or legally adopted by, a UK national Withdrawal Agreement beneficiary
- Those who were durable partners and resided outside the host State before 31 December 2020 and whose relationship with the UK national Withdrawal Agreement beneficiary continues at the time they seek residence in the host State.
- Even though not explicitly mentioned in Article 10 of the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement, persons other than those defined in Article 3(2) of Directive 2004/38/EC whose presence is required by UK nationals in order not to deprive them of their Withdrawal Agreement right of residence can also still join the UK national in the host Member State.
Issue of entry visas
The EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement does not govern short stays of family members of Withdrawal Agreement beneficiaries in the host State for the purposes of visiting the beneficiaries. Family members of Withdrawal Agreement beneficiaries who want to enter the EU for a short stay have to apply for a visa under the general provisions of the Visa Code and comply with the regular entry conditions for non-EU nationals, which are set out in the Schengen Borders Code.
Only family members who seek residence in the host State under the provisions of the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement in order to join the Withdrawal Agreement beneficiary there (i.e., the family members want to become EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement beneficiaries themselves) can rely on the visa facilitations of Article 14(3) of the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement.
Where family members decide not to make use of their right to lodge their application directly at the consulate but to use the services of an external service provider (VFS) or extra services, they may be required to pay for these services (service fee). Family members are exempted from paying the visa fee.
Book an appointment
As a family member of an EU citizen, you also have the possibility to submit your visa application directly at the Swedish Embassy in Kenya.
Send an email to [email protected] in order to receive an appointment. You will usually be given an appointment within a few working days.
More information
The EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement (europa.eu)
Permission for family members of British citizens - Migrationsverket
Third countries whose nationals or specific categories of such third country nationals who are subject to prior consultation
Under Article 22 of the Visa Code, a Member State may require the central authorities of other Member States to consult its central authorities during the examination of visa applications lodged by nationals of specific third countries or specific categories of such nationals. Such consultation does not apply to applications for airport transit visas. The table below lists the third countries and the specific categories concerned. When a third country is listed it means that at least one Member State requires such prior consultation. The consultation might take 1-7 days.
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Visa Fees
There is a VFS service charge of ETB 4000 (payable via cash at the Visa application centre) levied per application.
Please enquire from the Visa Application centre for the payment procedure during application date.
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Documents Required
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Please click below to download the Checklist
Family members of UK nationals Please click here for Insurance List Please click here for English virsion Visa Application form Please click here for Swedish virsion Visa Application form
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.
-
Processing Time
You need to submit your application in good time before travelling. According to article 9 section 1 in the visa code, EU 2019/1155, you should apply not less than 15 days before the planned visit begins. The 15 days is counted from when the application is received by the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi. Consequently, you must calculate with the transportation time when planning for your submission.
A late application might be refused or in some cases a request for a new flight booking, insurance and even new invitation will be required. A request for new documents is likely to increase the handling time further.
The normal transportation time, one way is 3 working days for Ethiopia .
The Embassy should handle your application within 15 days (if the application is admissible), counted from when the Embassy has received the application. If an application is not complete or if an interview or document verification is needed the handling time can be extended up to 45 days.
General inquiries about Schengen visas should be addressed to [email protected]. If you already have applied and have an inquiry please contact the Embassy of Sweden in Nairobi by email ([email protected]) or phone. The Embassy´s phone hours are Monday and Wednesdays 2-3 pm and Fridays 11am to 12 noon local Kenyan time. See the Embassy´s Website for holidays and such at Contact - Sweden Abroad. The Swedish Embassy in Addis Ababa is no longer handling Schengen visas and consequently your email will be forwarded to the Embassy in Nairobi, which might lead to a longer waiting time. Inquiry by phone directed to the Embassy in Addis Ababa will not be answered. During the peak season (May-July and November-December) you need to wait patiently for a reply (3-6 days).
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