Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Cape Verde passport holders
Cape Verdean passport holders need a Schengen visa to visit Sweden. Sweden has no embassy in Cape Verde, so travelers apply through the Swedish Embassy in Dakar, Senegal, or through the Portuguese Embassy in Praia.
Cape Verde passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Sweden has no embassy in Cape Verde. Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Dakar, Senegal, or check whether the Portuguese Embassy in Praia accepts Swedish Schengen applications. If visiting family in Sweden, obtain a formal invitation from your Swedish-resident host. Standard Schengen documents: application form, two photos, EUR 30,000 travel insurance, confirmed bookings, and bank statements. Fee: EUR 80. Processing: 15 business days.
Sweden is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Cape Verde to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a Schengen member and Cape Verdean citizens need a Type C visa for short stays. Sweden does not maintain consular representation in Cape Verde, requiring applicants to use an alternative Schengen mission.
Sweden has a small but established Cape Verdean diaspora community, particularly in Gothenburg and Stockholm, which has grown from the mid-20th century maritime labor migration from Cape Verde. Family visit applications are common from Cape Verdean nationals.
The Swedish Embassy in Dakar, Senegal is the most reliable application point for Cape Verdean nationals, though the Portuguese Embassy in Praia may also handle Swedish Schengen applications.
Practical Tips
Sweden has a notable historical Cape Verdean maritime community in Gothenburg; applicants with family there should include proper invitation documentation. The Swedish Embassy in Dakar is the primary West Africa application point. Apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before travel. Sweden is one of the more expensive Schengen destinations; demonstrate strong financial capacity in your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Cape Verdean citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Yes. Sweden is a Schengen member and Cape Verdean passport holders must obtain a Schengen Type C visa before visiting. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Where do Cape Verdean citizens apply for a Swedish Schengen visa?
Sweden has no embassy in Cape Verde. Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Dakar, Senegal, or confirm whether the Portuguese Embassy in Praia processes Swedish Schengen applications.
What is the Swedish Schengen visa fee?
The standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 80, approximately USD 87.
Does Sweden have a Cape Verdean community?
Yes. Sweden, particularly Gothenburg, has a small but historically significant Cape Verdean community dating from mid-20th century maritime labor migration. If you have family there, include a formal invitation in your visa application.