Sweden Visitor Visa (Family & Friends Visit)
The Sweden Visitor Visa for a Family & Friends Visit is a Schengen short-stay Category C visa issued to foreign nationals travelling to Sweden specifically to visit relatives or friends. As Sweden is part of the Schengen area, the 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 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. Family members of EU/EEA nationals may be exempt from the visa fee under specific conditions. As with all Sweden visa categories, the decision to approve a Visitor Visa (Family & Friends Visit) application rests solely with the Swedish authorities, based on the documentation submitted.
Eligibility
- Holds a valid passport or travel document with sufficient remaining validity
- Travelling specifically to visit a family member or friend residing in Sweden
- 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 host in Sweden able to provide an invitation letter or hosting confirmation
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. 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 Visitor Visa applications for family and friends visits 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 depends on the completeness of the invitation and supporting documents, verification of the host’s status in Sweden, and application volumes at the relevant Mission or Visa Centre. Applicants are advised to submit their application well ahead of the intended travel date and to avoid booking non-refundable travel until the visa decision is confirmed.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Sweden Visitor Visa to see family or friends involves coordinating an invitation, accommodation proof, and financial documentation correctly. 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 your host’s invitation letter to compiling your supporting documents, while keeping the process transparent throughout. We offer end-to-end assistance for your Sweden Visitor Visa application, while final approval remains solely at the discretion of the Swedish authorities.