Sweden
Northern Europe · Schengen area
Do US citizens need a visa? No — up to 90 days
US citizens visa-exempt for tourism/business up to 90 days in 180 days.
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult standard€90
Standard Schengen fee plus VFS service fee.
Where to apply
VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centres (US); decisions made by Embassy of Sweden in Washington, DC
Appointment system
Sweden has a global framework agreement with VFS Global as external service provider for applications; book via visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/swe
Required documents
- Application form (via Migrationsverket)
- Valid passport
- Photo
- Travel medical insurance EUR 30,000
- Proof of funds
- Proof of accommodation
- Itinerary
Editor tips
Embassy of Sweden in Washington DC also accepts applications from residents of several other countries beyond the US via this hub.
Country-specific quirks
Application form itself is filed with Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) online, then documents/biometrics submitted at VFS.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Sweden are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Sweden mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the US
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Sweden visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Sweden mission covering your country of residence.
- Washington, DCEmbassy of Sweden
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Decision-making authority for Schengen visas processed via VFS network in US
Official page - Multiple US citiesVFS GlobalVFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centres
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Exact list of VFS centre cities not verified from search results; check VFS site for current locations
Official page
Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centres (US); decisions made by Embassy of Sweden in Washington, DC
Appointment system
Sweden has a global framework agreement with VFS Global as external service provider for applications; book via visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/swe
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Sweden are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Sweden visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- Washington, DCEmbassy of Sweden
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Decision-making authority for Schengen visas processed via VFS network in US
Official page - Multiple US citiesVFS GlobalVFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centres
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
Exact list of VFS centre cities not verified from search results; check VFS site for current locations
Official page
Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Sweden
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Stockholm and attach the confirmations to your application.
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