Sweden Medical Treatment Visa
The Sweden Medical Treatment Visa is a Schengen short-stay Category C visa issued to foreign nationals travelling to Sweden specifically to receive medical treatment at a recognised healthcare facility. Sweden does not issue a separately named “Medical Treatment Visa” product outside the standard Schengen visa framework — medical reasons are one of the recognised purposes under the short-stay Category C visa, alongside tourism, business, and family/friends visits. This visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, in line with standard Schengen rules, and does not authorise employment or long-term residence in Sweden. As with all Sweden visa categories, the decision to approve a Medical Treatment Visa application rests solely with the Swedish Migration Agency or the relevant Swedish Mission, based on the medical and financial documentation submitted.
Eligibility
- Holds a valid passport or travel document with sufficient remaining validity
- Travelling to Sweden specifically to receive medical treatment at a recognised facility
- Sweden is the applicant’s main destination within the Schengen area
- Not from a country exempt from the Schengen visa requirement
- Able to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover treatment and living costs during the stay
- Holds confirmation of treatment from the treating Swedish medical facility
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Schengen Visa (Category C), Medical Reasons – Adults | €90 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C), Medical Reasons – Children aged 6–12 | €45 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C), Medical Reasons – Children under 6 | €0 (Free) |
Exchange rates fluctuate; the INR figures above are indicative only. Information may vary depending on nationality and individual circumstances. Applicants should also budget separately for the cost of medical treatment itself, which is not included in the visa fee.
Sweden Visa Processing Time
Sweden processes Medical Treatment Visa applications under the standard Schengen Visa Code timelines. Standard processing is typically completed within 15 calendar days of a complete application, though this can extend up to 30 days, and in individual cases requiring further scrutiny, up to 45 days. Processing speed depends on the completeness of the medical confirmation documents, proof of ability to cover treatment costs, and application volumes at the relevant Mission or Visa Centre. Given the time-sensitive nature of medical travel, applicants are strongly advised to apply as early as possible once treatment dates are confirmed with the Swedish facility.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Sweden Medical Treatment Visa requires coordinating confirmation from the treating facility with financial and travel documentation, often under tight timelines. Shivansh Consultants offers documentation support, eligibility assessment, and thorough application review to help you prepare a complete and accurate submission. Our experienced visa consultants provide personalised guidance at every stage, from organising medical confirmation letters to compiling financial proof, while keeping the process transparent throughout. We offer end-to-end assistance for your Sweden Medical Treatment Visa application, while final approval remains solely at the discretion of the Swedish authorities.