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Nigeria → Sweden: do you need a visa?

SHORT-VISIT ENTRY SUMMARY

Visa required

Sweden requires a visa for Nigeria citizens before travel.

Dataset: February 2026. Confirm current rules with official authorities before traveling. Work, study, and longer stays may require a separate visa.

Which visa are you getting?

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    Tourist Visa (Schengen Entry Visa)

    Schengen short-stay visa for tourism visits of up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
    Who fits: Non-exempt travelers visiting Sweden for tourism who need an entry visa, including multi-Schengen itineraries where Sweden is the main destination.
    Gov fees: Adults and travelers 12+: EUR 90.00; children 6-11: EUR 45.00; children 0-5: no fee. — Fee is nonrefundable if refused. Visa-facilitation nationalities pay a lower fee; confirm the local-currency amount with the deciding office. VFS service charges may apply separately.
    Official source: Swedish Migration Agency — Visiting Sweden for up to 90 days (entry visa) · Swedish Migration Agency — Visiting Sweden overview

    Documents

    • Valid passport: valid at least 3 months beyond the entry visa expiry, issued within the past 10 years, with at least 2 blank pages
    • Completed Schengen visa application form
    • Description of the purpose of the visit (tourist itinerary, bookings, return-travel plan)
    • Individual medical travel insurance covering emergency care, urgent hospital treatment, and medical repatriation: at least EUR 30,000, valid in all Schengen countries
    • Proof of means for subsistence and return: Sweden requires SEK 700 for each day of the visit
    • Evidence of intent to leave Sweden and the Schengen area by the last day of visa validity
    • Passport-sized photograph taken straight from the front (only required when a representative applies on your behalf)

    FAQ

    How long can I stay on a tourist entry visa?
    Up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The sticker states the authorized days and the window in which they may be used, usually about 15 days longer than the stay itself for date flexibility.

    Can I work on this visa?
    Only in exceptional cases. Do not use a tourist entry visa for Swedish employment; use a work, EU Blue Card, ICT, seasonal, or self-employed route if eligible.

    Where do I apply if I visit several Schengen countries?
    Apply through the authorities of the country that is your main destination.

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