National Visa

Documents Required

Common Documents for All Applicants

Correctly made copies of your passport

• Your permit cannot exceed your passport’s validity.

Admission decision

• Issued by the Swedish higher education institution confirming full-time, on-campus admission.

Proof of Finance

• Personal bank statements dated within four months.
• Scholarships, grants, or employment certificates showing monthly or total income.
• Sponsorship letters with details of financial support duration and amount.
• Documentation must show funds for the applicant and accompanying family members.

Proof of Insurance

• If your stay is under 12 months, provide comprehensive health insurance covering medical care, hospitalisation, emergency dental treatment, and medical repatriation.
• If over 12 months, registration in the Swedish population register grants healthcare access.

Translation of documents

• All documents must be in Swedish or English. Certified translations must accompany originals in other languages.

Embassy selection

• Specify which Swedish embassy or consulate-general you will visit to present your passport.

Additional Documents by Study Type

First- or Second-Cycle Studies

• Full-time admission to a bachelor’s or master’s level programme.
• Minimum 30 credits per semester for higher education institutions.
• Proof of tuition fee payment.
• Maintenance documents as per personal funding, scholarship, or sponsorship.

Studies in a Mobility Programme

• Apply under first- or second-cycle studies if participating in an EU or multilateral mobility programme.

Doctoral Studies

• Full-time admission to a third-cycle doctoral programme.
• Supplementary certificate of doctoral studies from the university supervisor.
• Financial proof via scholarship, doctoral grant, employment, or personal funds.

Contract or Specialisation Education

• Admission to a contract-based programme or specialisation course for doctors or dentists.
• Documentation of financial maintenance and insurance coverage.

Other Studies and Exchange Studies at Upper Secondary School

• Admission to recognised upper secondary or vocational programme.
• Financial maintenance and health insurance as applicable.

Family Members Applying with You

Correctly made copies of each family member’s passport

• Validity must exceed the permit duration.

Proof of Relationship

• Marriage certificate, population registration showing cohabitation, or proof of shared housing.

Proof of Accommodation

• Rental agreement or property ownership showing sufficient space for all family members.

Proof of Finance

• Evidence that the applicant can financially support the entire family.

For Children

• Birth certificate stating both parents’ names.
• Consent letter if one parent is not accompanying the child.
• Sole custody order or death certificate, if applicable.
• Adoption papers, if the child is adopted.

Family Who Want to Apply Afterwards

• Proof that the person in Sweden holds a valid residence permit for studies or post-study work search.
• Letter confirming intent to live together in Sweden.
• Financial maintenance proof (SEK 4,297.50/month per adult, SEK 2,578.50/month per child).
• Documents proving the family relationship and shared accommodation arrangements.

Permanent Residence Permits for Doctoral Students

Eligibility Requirements

• At least four years of legal stay in Sweden with a residence permit for doctoral studies and/or employment within the last seven years.
• Must demonstrate financial independence and a well-behaved life.

Required Documents

• Copies of current and past residence permits.
• Doctoral admission and confirmation from the supervisor.
• Financial proof from employment, business, pension, or other verifiable income.

For Accompanying Family Members

• Proof of income and housing that meets Swedish standards.
• Marriage or cohabitation documentation.
• Full documentation for children as listed above.

Photo Specifications

• Full face, directly facing the camera, with a neutral expression and eyes clearly visible
• Taken against a plain, light-coloured background (preferably white or light grey)
• The image must be sharp, in focus, and not digitally altered
• Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons; in such cases, facial features must be fully visible from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead, and from ear to ear
• The photo must not contain any shadows, red-eye, or reflections
• Glasses are permitted if they do not obstruct the eyes or cause glare; tinted or dark glasses are not acceptable unless medically required
• The photo must not be more than 6 months old and must clearly resemble the applicant at the time of submission
• Size should be approximately 35mm x 45mm (standard EU/Schengen size)
• Only required for applicants under the age of 12, or for those who have not submitted biometrics for a Schengen visa in the last 59 months

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Standard Visa Processing Fees

Visa service charges are separate from official visa fees charged by the consulate.

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