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SHORT TERM VISA

If you are planning a short visit to the Sweden and you do not have Sweden nationality, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa. The Sweden is one of the 27 European countries forming the Schengen Area which have no border controls between them. These countries also issue a common visa, the Schengen visa.

Schengen Common Information for India

Read here important information on Schengen in India and specific details on Indian passports validity: Click here

Processing Time:

The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

Please Note

The overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen-countries has to cover the applicant for at least 30000 Euros or equivalent, for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation, repatriation of mortals remains etc. The policy has to clearly specify the period of validity and has to cover the entire duration of the trip including the date of arrival and departure. Please click on the following link for the approved list of insurance companies in India.

https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/about-sweden-non-swedish-citizens/india/going-to-sweden/visiting-sweden/medical-travel-insurance/

Business And Conference Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    A business visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes such as business meetings, conferences, and business events.

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Business 90

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/ Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for the Business Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Sweden Sample Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Medical Insurance Declaration Form
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney

Tourist Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    Schengen Visa

    Tourist visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for tourism purposes. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Tourist 90
    Children between 06 - 12 45

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for Tourist Visa
    Checklist for Minor
    Checklist for Tourist Group Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Sweden Sample Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney
    Medical Travel Insurance

Visiting Relatives and Friends Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    Schengen Visa

    Visiting Relatives and Friends Visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for visit to you friends or family members, residing in Sweden. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days.

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Visiting Relatives and Friends 90
    Children between 06 - 12 45

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for Visiting Family & Friends
    Checklist for Minor
    Invitation Form

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Sweden Sample Application Form
    Invitation Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney
    Medical Travel Insurance

Cultural, Sport or Religious Events Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for Cultural/Sport/Religious events purposes.

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Cultural 90
    Children between 06 - 12 45

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/ Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for the Cultural Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Medical Insurance Declaration Form
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney

Seaman Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for to join ship.

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Seaman 90
    Children between 06 - 12 45

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/ Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for the Seaman Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Medical Insurance Declaration Form
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney

Study Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling to study for less than 90 days.

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Study 90

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/ Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    Checklist for the Study Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Medical Insurance Declaration Form
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney

Medical Visa

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Download Form

  • Overview

    This visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for Medical purposes

  • Visa Fees

    Duration Visa Fees In Euros
    Medical 90
    Children between 06 - 12 45

    The above-mentioned Visa Fee is to be paid in Cash or by Debit/ Credit Card.

    VFS Service charge:

    Applicants applying at the Swedish Visa Application Centre shall be levied a service charge of 16 Euros (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash or by Debit/Credit Card.

    Please Note:

    • The child between 0 - 12 years on the date of submission at VFS are Biometric exempt.
    • The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
    • The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.

    Additional Services-

    • SMS - EUR 3.5
    • Courier - EUR 6
    • Premium Lounge - EUR 33.5
    • Prime Time Submission – EUR 34.5
    • Prime Time Collection – EUR 7
    • Call Back Service - EUR 6
    • Hold At VAC (Hub city passport collection) - EUR 7
    • Courier after submission - EUR 6

      • (Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team and pay the required fees online.)

    Note: Children below the age of 6 years on the date of submission at VFS are exempted of the Visa Fee. However VFS service charges will be applicable.

  • Documents Required

    DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS

    Checklist for the Medical Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please click here for more Information

  • Processing Time

    The Processing time is 15 calendar days from the day the application reach to Embassy New Delhi. Please note that applications submitted to other VFS-offices than New Delhi will take another two days due to postal delivery.

  • Download Form

    p>Please Note:

    • The form must be printed back-to-back
    • You can also obtain this form from the visa section of The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi or from The Swedish Visa Application Centre.
    Schengen Visa Application Form
    Data Protection Notice
    Medical Insurance Declaration Form
    Mandatory Consent Form for Minors
    Power of Attorney

Eu - Regulation

  • Application can be submitted six (06) months prior to the date of departure and for seafarers can be submitted nine (09) months prior to the date of departure.
  • From May 1, 2010 only passports issued within the previous ten (10) years will be accepted.
  • Passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Passport should be valid for at least three (3) months longer than the intended stay.

The list of Schengen countries are as follows:

 

Austria
Belgium
 Czechia
 Croatia
Denmark
 Estonia
 Finland
 France
Germany
 Greece
Hungary
 Iceland
Italy
 Latvia
 Liechtenstein
 Lithuania
Luxembourg
 Malta
 Netherlands
Norway
Poland
 Portugal
 Slovakia Slovenia
Spain Sweden Switzerland  

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