Sweden
How to Get a Sweden Schengen Visa?
Your Sweden Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global application centres. We support you through the appointment and document process for tourist, short-term education/internship, and family or friends visit applications.
Application Centre
VFS Global
Office locations vary by country of residence.
Visa Fee
- €90 consulate fee (age 12+)
- €45 consulate fee (age 6-11)
- ~€25-40 application centre service fee (varies by centre)
- Children under 6 are exempt
Processing Time
Standard processing time is 15 calendar days; this can extend to 30 days if further review is needed, and up to 60 days in exceptional cases (Visa Code, Article 23).
Your Sweden Schengen visa application is submitted through VFS Global's centres in Istanbul and Ankara; Sweden's Ankara Consulate also accepts some applications directly.
Tourist
For tourist travel to Sweden, we book your appointment through VFS Global and prepare documents matching your travel plan.
See general process →Education & Internship
For a language course or internship in Sweden, we manage your VFS Global application with your acceptance letter.
See general process →Family & Friends Visit
For visiting family or friends in Sweden, we prepare your invitation and accommodation documents to VFS Global's standards.
See general process →Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I apply directly to the Swedish consulate?
- Yes, Sweden's Ankara Consulate accepts some applications directly, but booking through VFS Global is the faster, standard route.
- How much does a Sweden visa application cost?
- It's the €90 standard consulate fee plus VFS Global's service fee, which varies by centre.