Sweden Business Visa (Schengen Business Visa)
The Sweden Business Visa is a Schengen short-stay Category C visa issued to foreign nationals travelling to Sweden for business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or short-term business activities that do not involve formal employment with a Swedish employer. As Sweden is part of the Schengen area, this visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area, provided Sweden is the applicant’s main business destination. Applications are submitted through the Swedish Migration Agency’s visa application service, or at the relevant Swedish Embassy, Consulate-General, or authorized Visa Application Centre. As with all Sweden visa categories, the decision to approve a Business Visa application rests solely with the Swedish Migration Agency or the relevant Swedish Mission, based on the documentation submitted.
Eligibility
- Holds a valid passport or travel document with sufficient remaining validity
- Travelling to Sweden for business meetings, conferences, or trade-related activities
- 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 the visit
- Has a business invitation or supporting documentation from the Swedish host company or organiser
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Adults | €90 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Children aged 6–12 | €45 |
| Schengen Visa (Category C) – Children under 6 | €0 (Free) |
Exchange rates fluctuate; the INR figures above are indicative only. Researchers/scientists and family members of EU/EEA nationals may be exempt from the fee under specific conditions. Information may vary depending on nationality and individual circumstances.
Sweden Visa Processing Time
Sweden processes Schengen Business Visa applications under the standard 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 generally depends on the completeness of the business invitation and supporting documents, as well as application volumes at the relevant Mission or Visa Centre. Applicants attending a specific scheduled meeting or conference are advised to apply as soon as their dates are confirmed.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Business Visa applications require a clear invitation, accurate travel documentation, and evidence of the business purpose of the trip. Shivansh Consultants offers eligibility assessment, documentation support, and thorough application review tailored to business travel. Our experienced visa consultants provide personalised guidance and maintain a transparent process throughout, from organising your invitation letter to compiling supporting documents. We offer end-to-end assistance for your Sweden Business Visa application, while final approval remains solely at the discretion of the Swedish authorities.