Here are the Sweden tourist visa requirements for Indians:

• Completed Visa Application Form

• Passport Photograph

• Valid Passport

• Proof of Financial Means

• Comprehensive Travel Insurance

• Accommodation Proof

• Employment or Student Verification

• Return Travel Itinerary

• Detailed Itinerary

• Host Invitation (if applicable)

• Electronic Declaration of Sponsorship (if applicable)

   

Completed Visa Application Form:

A meticulously filled and signed Sweden visa application form is essential. Applicants must exercise utmost care to avoid errors, which may result in delays or visa rejection.

With Axis, your completed Sweden visa application form is automatically generated and ready to print for free.

Passport Photograph:

A recent passport-sized photograph adhering to Sweden’s specific guidelines, such as a white background and a capture date within the past six months.

With Axis, you cannot only upload your passport-size photo but also click the picture of yours using your smartphone or desktop camera. Axis automatically adjusts the photo to meet the country’s requirements without hassle.

Valid Passport:

A passport or valid travel document with a minimum validity of three months beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen Area. The passport should have been issued within the past ten years and contain at least two blank pages.

With Axis, you cannot only upload your passport pictures but also take a picture of your passport using your smartphone or desktop camera.

Proof of Financial Means:

Bank statements demonstrating a minimum balance of €3000 over the preceding six months are required to establish the applicant’s financial capability to support themselves during the stay.

Comprehensive Travel Insurance:

A Schengen travel insurance policy providing coverage of at least €30,000 for the entire duration of the Schengen stay is mandatory.

Accommodation Proof:

Evidence of accommodation arrangements, such as hotel reservations, rental agreements, or a host’s invitation letter, must be submitted.

Axis provides hotel reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.

Employment or Student Verification:

An official letter from the employer or educational institution confirming the applicant’s employment or student status, complete with contact details and authorised signatures.

Return Travel Itinerary:

A return or onward flight itinerary to validate the applicant’s intention to depart Sweden before the visa’s expiration.

Axis provides flight reservations for free, allowing you to demonstrate your travel plans without any financial commitment.

Detailed Itinerary:

A cover letter outlining the purpose of the visit, travel itinerary, and the applicant’s intention to return to India.

Axis will help you with a customizable cover letter during the application process, free of cost.

Host Invitation (if applicable):

If visiting friends or relatives, an invitation letter from the Swedish host specifying the accommodation arrangements and the relationship between the parties.

Electronic Declaration of Sponsorship (if applicable):

If the applicant lacks sufficient funds, a sponsor in Sweden must submit this declaration to support the visa application.

Tip: Ensure that all documents are complete, accurate, and meet the specified requirements to avoid rejection.

To prove that you can support yourself financially during your stay in Sweden, you will need to provide the following financial documents:

• Bank Statements: Submit original bank statements from the past six months. The statements should reflect regular income, such as salary credits, and show a healthy balance.

• Income Tax Returns (ITR): Provide copies of your ITR filings for the past two years. This is crucial in proving your financial stability.

• Salary Slips: If employed, include your salary slips for the past three to six months.

• Proof of Investments: You can also submit documents showing other assets, such as fixed deposits, mutual funds, or property, as additional financial proof.