ISLAMABAD – Pakistani citizens are required to obtain a Schengen short-term visa to visit Sweden, a Scandinavian nation located in the European Union, as a tourist.
A vast number of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains make the country one of the popular tourist destinations in the world.
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
The fee for Sweden Embassy is currently 80 Euro (equivalent to PKR 24,236 as of Feb 26, 2024).
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 Balance 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 applicant must hold EUR 2,400 (or Rs727,104) in his/her bank account if he/she intends to stay in Sweden for 30 days.
