Sweden Schengen visa from the United Arab Emirates
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For travelers from the United Arab Emirates to Sweden, a Short Stay Visa is required for visits up to 90 days. This visa allows you to explore the Schengen Area, including Sweden. The application process is managed through the Sweden Visa Application Centre located in Dubai, where you can submit your documents and biometrics.
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Document checklist by visa type
To apply for a Short Stay Visa to Sweden, you will need to prepare several documents, including a completed application form, a valid passport, recent photographs, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and evidence of financial means. Ensure all documents are in order to facilitate a smooth application process.
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- Application form
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form is required. Children under 18 must have the form signed by both parents or legal guardians.
- Appendix form
Appendix form is required together with all visa application forms.
- Bank statements (3 months)
Provide bank account statements for the last 3 months as verifiable proof of financial means.
- Emirates ID
Copy of valid Emirates ID is required.
- Invitation to conference, fair, seminar, congress or sport event
Official invitation letter from a cultural or sports association inviting you to participate in a specific sports or cultural event, clearly stating your full name, is required.
- Return or onward travel booking
Provide a copy of flight ticket or flight reservation including return flight.
- Flight reservation
Copy of flight ticket or flight reservation including return flight is required and should align with accommodation and insurance dates.
- Medical institution confirmation
Provide a document from the medical institution in Sweden confirming that you will receive medical care there.
- Proof of sufficient financial means to pay for the medical treatment
Provide proof of pre-payment or other sufficient financial means to cover the medical treatment and related expenses, such as insurance coverage.
- Valid passport or travel document
Original passport or travel document valid at least 3 months after departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years, with at least 2 blank pages and holder signature.
- Passport Copy
A recent copy of the passport or travel document must be submitted.
- Full copy of passport pages
A recent copy of the passport or travel document must be submitted.
- Recent passport photograph
One recent passport photograph with white or light background, not older than 6 months, size 35 mm x 45 mm, with clear full-face view.
- Passport photos (standardized)
One recent passport photograph with white background is required.
- Proof of accommodation
Proof of accommodation is required, such as hotel reservation, proof of rental, or proof of ownership of real estate in the destination Member State.
- Proof of sufficient means of subsistence
Provide verifiable proof of sufficient financial means for the intended stay.
- Schengen visa application form
Printed, completed and signed Schengen visa application form is required. For minors under 18, both parents or legal guardians must sign. Form available in English or Swedish.
- Student status letter
Provide a certificate of enrolment at an educational institution in Sweden.
- Sweden study and training appendix form
Appendix form is required together with the visa application form.
- Travel medical insurance
Travel medical insurance valid for the entire stay and all Schengen countries with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 is required.
- Multi-country travel itinerary
Full travel itinerary showing planned tourism activities is required.
- UAE residence permit
Valid UAE residence permit is required and a copy must be submitted.
- UAE Residence Visa
Copy of a valid UAE residence permit or residence visa valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure is required.
May also be required, depending on your situation22
- Birth certificate
- Copies of former Schengen visas
- Copies of previous visas
- Court permission for minor to travel
- Divorce decree or custody decision
- Educational institution accommodation confirmation
- Employment Letter
- Hotel Reservation
- Parent passport and residence copies
- Parental consent documents for minors
- Payslips (3 months)
- Private accommodation confirmation
- Proof of property ownership
- Proof of sole custody
- Rental contract
- Sponsor letter
- Sponsor passport copy
- Sponsor support letter
- Sponsor UAE residence visa copy
- Sponsorship letter
- Trade licence
- Trade license
Booking your Sweden appointment
When scheduling your appointment at the Sweden Visa Application Centre in Dubai, choose a time that allows you to gather all necessary documents. Arrive early to avoid delays and bring all required paperwork, including your appointment confirmation. Be prepared for biometric data collection during your visit.
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