Visa Rules

Last updated: 2024-07-30 11:12:10

Tourist Visa

Important Information:

As of November 2, 2015, applicants must provide biometric fingerprint data and a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with a prior appointment. Biometrics will be valid for the next 5 years after submission.

Required Documents:

1. Passports:

o Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages.

o Original old passport booklets, if any.

2. Photographs:

o Two photographs.

o White background, glossy finish, 80% face coverage with a little shoulder visible.

o Eyes and face must be clearly visible.

o Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm.

3. Covering Letter:

o Addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Sweden.

o Brief profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates.

o Can be on plain paper for individuals and on company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants.

4. Bank Statements:

o Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank.

o Should be of relevant and active accounts showing proof of funds and income.

o Closing date should be closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred).

5. IT Returns:

o Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement/ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company.

6. Itinerary / Air Tickets:

o Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any.

o Day-wise itinerary of the tour.

7. Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:

o Proof of accommodation and purpose at the destination.

o Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator.

o Hotel vouchers.

8. Supporting Credentials:

Businessmen:

o Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association / Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card.

o NOC from other partners or Directors in case of partnership.

Employees:

o Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees/public servants).

o Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms).

o Company ID card (optional).

o Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).

o Pension statements for the last three months.

Students:

o Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).

o Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).

o School/College ID card (optional).

Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports):

o Marriage Certificate (Original).

o Wedding Invitation card/Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready).

Children Traveling Unaccompanied by Both Parents / Either Parent:

o A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both/either of the parent respectively if both/either of them are unaccompanied.

o Passport copies/copy of both/either of the parents.

o In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents.

Travelers Unaccompanied by Spouses/Partners:

o A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.

o Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse's name can be submitted.

Additional Supporting Documents if Available:

o FD Receipts from banks.

o Public shares/debentures certificate.

o Asset evaluation report from a CA.

9. Travel Insurance:

o Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy-approved companies covering the days of travel with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.

Business Visa 

Important Information:

As of November 2, 2015, applicants must provide biometric fingerprint data and a digital photograph at the Visa Application Centre with a prior appointment. Biometrics will be valid for the next 5 years after submission.

Required Documents:

1. Passports:

o Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages.

o Original old passport booklets, if any.

2. Photographs:

o Two photographs.

o White background, glossy finish, 80% face coverage with a little shoulder visible.

o Eyes and face must be clearly visible.

o Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm.

3. Covering Letter:

o Addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Sweden.

o Brief profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates.

o Must be on the company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants.

4. Bank Statements:

o Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank.

o Should be of relevant and active accounts showing proof of funds and income.

o Closing date should be closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred).

5. IT Returns:

o Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement/ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company.

6. Itinerary / Air Tickets:

o Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any.

7. Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:

o A personal invitation from the company, commercial organization, training, or sporting, artistic, or cultural event which has invited the applicant. The invitation should include details of the purpose of the trip, guarantee for expenses (if borne by the host), and any other documents proving the purpose of the visit (e.g., for a business trip, invoices, business correspondence, or orders proving the existence of a business relationship).

o For civil servants on mission, the original travel order, and for diplomatic (as per bilateral agreement between India and Sweden – Diplomatic passports are exempted from Visa), official or service passports, the original Note Verbal from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

o For conferences or training, confirmation of the applicant's enrolment and, if applicable, proof of payment of the enrolment fees.

o Document from employer certifying travel to Sweden, signed by an authorized signatory.

o Proof of lodging such as hotel booking for the entire duration of the planned stay in the Schengen area.

8. Supporting Credentials:

Businessmen:

o Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association / Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card.

o NOC from other partners or Directors in case of partnership.

Employees:

o Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees/public servants).

o Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms).

o Company ID card (optional).

o Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).

o Pension statements for the last three months.

Students:

o Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).

o Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).

o School/College ID card (optional).

Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports):

o Marriage Certificate (Original).

o Wedding Invitation card/Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready).

Children Traveling Unaccompanied by Both Parents / Either Parent:

o A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both/either of the parent respectively if both/either of them are unaccompanied.

o Passport copies/copy of both/either of the parents.

o In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents.

Travelers Unaccompanied by Spouses/Partners:

o A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.

o Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse's name can be submitted.

Additional Supporting Documents if Available:

o FD Receipts from banks.

o Public shares/debentures certificate.

o Asset evaluation report from a CA.

9. Travel Insurance:

o Valid Travel Insurance from the Embassy-approved companies covering the days of travel with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.