Visa Information

Overview

If you wish to visit Sweden for a short period of time, you must obtain a visa prior to entry if you come from a country with a visa requirement for entering Sweden.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family memmber of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Relatives of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

Consent for minors traveling without parents/guardians.

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

This category of visa caters for people wishing to stay in Sweden for a period of maximum 90 days to visit the member of his/her family or friend.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family memmber of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Relatives of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Please click here to download Invitation letter

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

Consent for minors traveling without parents/guardians.

Invitation to be filled up by persons in Sweden who wish to invite relatives or friends from abroad.

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

Individual participating in international sports events in Sweden and persons accompanying them in a professional capacity can apply for Schengen visa. Applicant will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family member of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Family member of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

Consent for minors traveling without parents/guardians.

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

If you wish to visit Sweden for cultural events you need to apply for Schengen visa.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family member of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Family member of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

Consent for minors traveling without parents/guardians.

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

A business visa is granted for those who are visiting Sweden for business/conference or meetings.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family member of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Family member of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

VISA checklist 2021 (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

Holders of official passports (including service passports, public passports and diplomatic passports) should submit the Schengen visa applications to the Visa Application Centre.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Relatives of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Relatives of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

VISA checklist 2021 (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

If you wish to visit Sweden to receive medical treatment and are a citizen of a country outside the EU, you will in most cases need a visa.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family member of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Family member of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Visa Application Form (English Version)

Consent for minors traveling without parents/guardians.

Appendix C for Visits for Medical Treatment.

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

If you are planning to study more than 90 days in Sweden you need to apply for a residence permit. If you are planning to study less than 90 days you need to apply for a visa instead.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family member of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Family member of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Please click here to download visa application form

Check List (should be attached with the application form)

Overview

If you wish to transit Sweden you must obtain a visa prior to entry if you come from a country with a visa requirement for entering Sweden.

Visa Fees

The applicable visa fee in NIS is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

SERVICE FEES

EUR 20 per application

The above fees are non-refundable

Exemption of Visa Fee

• Children under Six years of age.
• School pupils, students, research students and accompanying teachers on study or training trips.
• Third-country researchers travelling for the purpose of pursuing scientific research.
• Holders of PA VIP passports on the condition that a) the visa application is supported by a note verbale from the protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Palestinian authority and b) if the holder of the VIP passport is a diplomat or a high ranking official.
• Representatives of non-governmental organisations who are aged 25 or under, who take part in seminars, conferences, sports events, cultural events or educational events organised by NGOs.
• Persons with an invitation from SIDA or who is going to attend a training etc. through another organisation that is funded by SIDA (unless the invitation state that the applicant should pay the fee).
• Persons with an invitation from the Swedish Institute.
• UN Travel Document holders – only regarding business trips.
• Family members of citizens of the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland, if they travel together with them or will be meeting them in connection with the trip. Relatives of Swedish citizens have to pay a fee for visa applications.
• Citizens of countries that have signed visa facilitation agreements with the EU pay a reduced fee or are exempt from payment. This applies to citizens of:
  

Documents Required

Essentials:

Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.

1. Every person should hold a personal travelling document and must complete a separate application form.
2. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian;

Please click here to download checklist

Attention :

Your application will not be admissible and will thus not be examined if you do not lodge a completed, signed application form, a valid travel document and a photograph, if you do not pay the visa fees and if you do not agree to give your biometric data.

Photo Specifications

Applicants must submit Application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

• The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
• Photo must have plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant submitted must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution:

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• The resolution of the photos should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented does not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

As a general rule, a decision will be taken by the Consulate General of Sweden within 15 days from the date appearing on the stamp affixed to your travel document and indicating that your application is admissible. However, this deadline may be extended up to 30 days and even, exceptionally, 60 days, if a more detailed examination of your application and/or additional documents are required. In that case, your application will be sent to the Consulate of Sweden in Jerusalem, which will take the final decision.

Note likewise that one SCHENGEN State may require the other SCHENGEN States to consult it before issuing a visa to a national of certain third countries. As a general rule, the Member State consulted will give a definitive reply within 7 to 14 days. If you are a national of a country on this list, make sure you lodge your visa application in good time (but at the earliest 6 months before the planned start of your journey) to avoid any disappointment and unnecessary costs. To find out more about the countries concerned by this prior consultation procedure,

Collection of the processed passports from the VFS Sweden Visa Application Centre can be done between 08:30 to 16:00 (Sunday - Thursday) and 08:30 to 12:00 (Saturday). Applicants can instantly track the status of their application online by clicking on Track your Application . There will be no need to follow up with the Consulate General of Sweden in Jerusalem or the helpline to ascertain when the passport will be returned.

Download Forms

Please click here to download visa application form

Check List (should be attached with the application form)