ISLAMABAD – Sweden houses historical, natural and cultural attractions which make the European country one of the popular tourism destinations.
A large number of people from across the world visit the Scandinavian country to spend quality time. Some of them are allowed visa free entry while most are required to obtain a short-term Schengen visa to explore the country.
Pakistani citizens are required to obtain a Schengen short-term visa to visit Sweden. The Swedish Embassy is handling Schengen visa applications for citizens of Pakistan and Afghanistan and persons legally residing in Pakistan.
Citizens and residents in Pakistan who want to apply for a Schengen visa to visit Sweden are, from 19 June, referred to hand in their application at VFS Global in Bangkok, Yangon, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila, Cebu, Jakarta, Bali, Phnom Penh, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore.
It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to choose where to hand in the application and to arrange for a visa in the chosen location, if required by that country.
Sweden Visit Visa Fee for Pakistan nationals
As of May 2024, the visa fee for Sweden Embassy stands at 80 Euro and it is expected to be increased in coming days.
Proof of Financial Means
Amid other requirements, the applicant is required to submit proof of financial means and ties to the country of residence i.e. applicant’s personal social and economic status in Pakistan.
Minimum Bank Statement For Sweden Schengen Visa
Applicants are required to submit bank statements showing movements in the last six months, duly signed and stamped by the bank, along with the visa application.
Following is the minimum daily required amount for bearing expense of stay in Sweden. An applicant is required to show the amount which is enough for the days he/she intends to spend there:
| Country | Daily Required Amount |
|---|---|
| Sweden | EUR 80 |
The applicants must hold EUR 2,400 in their bank account if they intend to stay in Sweden for 30 days. As of May 23, 2024, one euro is equal to Rs301.70, so the Pakistani applicants are required to have Rs724,080 in the bank account at time of applying the visa.
