How much does a Sweden student visa cost?

For a Sweden student visa, the consular fee is €130. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult study permit — €130; Accompanying child under 18 — €65; Biometrics service fee — €30. SEK 1,500 (about EUR 130) for adults and SEK 750 (about EUR 65) for accompanying children under 18. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Sweden student visa take to process?

A decision on a Sweden student visa typically takes around 90 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Sweden student visa?

Migrationsverket's online residence permit portal for higher education, with biometrics at the Swedish Embassy in London or a VFS centre. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Sweden student visa?

The Sweden consular network lists: Completed Migrationsverket online study permit application; Valid passport; Letter of admission from a Swedish university or university college; Proof of paid tuition fees where applicable; Comprehensive health insurance for courses under a year; Proof of funds at the published monthly rate for the whole study period; Passport-style photograph; Proof of accommodation in Sweden (recommended); Study plan or CV for exchange and PhD applicants; Biometric enrolment in the UK. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Sweden student visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Sweden, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Sweden student visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Sweden student visa — used for enrolling on a course, degree programme or exchange semester. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Sweden consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€130

Typical decision

90 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Sweden student visa

Migrationsverket's online residence permit portal for higher education, with biometrics at the Swedish Embassy in London or a VFS centre.

Required documents

Completed Migrationsverket online study permit application
Valid passport
Letter of admission from a Swedish university or university college
Proof of paid tuition fees where applicable
Comprehensive health insurance for courses under a year
Proof of funds at the published monthly rate for the whole study period
Passport-style photograph
Proof of accommodation in Sweden (recommended)
Study plan or CV for exchange and PhD applicants
Biometric enrolment in the UK

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Adult study permit€130— About SEK 1,500
Accompanying child under 18€65— About SEK 750
Biometrics service fee€30— Charged locally for the UK appointment

SEK 1,500 (about EUR 130) for adults and SEK 750 (about EUR 65) for accompanying children under 18.

Booking an appointment

Apply online once you have admission and have paid any tuition, then book the UK biometrics appointment.

Practical tips

Apply as soon as your admission letter arrives - peak season decisions take up to three months and the permit must be granted before you travel.

What is unusual about the Sweden process

You must show funds covering the entire course, not just the first year, unless you can evidence renewable annual funding; new rules from May 2026 also tighten work hours and study progression requirements.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — VFS Global — Sweden Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay visas and biometrics for residence permits.
Edinburgh — VFS Global — Sweden Visa Application Centre
Cargill House, 7 Hill Street, Edinburgh EH2 3JZ
Serves Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Sweden consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Sweden student visa cost?: For a Sweden student visa, the consular fee is €130. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult study permit — €130; Accompanying child under 18 — €65; Biometrics service fee — €30. SEK 1,500 (about EUR 130) for adults and SEK 750 (about EUR 65) for accompanying children under 18. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Sweden student visa take to process?: A decision on a Sweden student visa typically takes around 90 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Sweden student visa?: Migrationsverket's online residence permit portal for higher education, with biometrics at the Swedish Embassy in London or a VFS centre. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Sweden student visa?: The Sweden consular network lists: Completed Migrationsverket online study permit application; Valid passport; Letter of admission from a Swedish university or university college; Proof of paid tuition fees where applicable; Comprehensive health insurance for courses under a year; Proof of funds at the published monthly rate for the whole study period; Passport-style photograph; Proof of accommodation in Sweden (recommended); Study plan or CV for exchange and PhD applicants; Biometric enrolment in the UK. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Sweden student visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Apply online once you have admission and have paid any tuition, then book the UK biometrics appointment.
Can I apply for a Sweden student visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Sweden, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

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