Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Guinea passport holders
Sweden is a Schengen member and Guinean passport holders must apply for a Schengen visa at the Swedish Embassy or designated consulate, paying EUR 80 for up to 90 days.
Guinea passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Check the Swedish Migration Agency (migrationsverket.se) and the nearest Swedish Embassy for the consulate covering Guinea. Book through VFS Global if available in Conakry, or the French/German embassy. Submit: Schengen form, valid passport, two photos, travel insurance (EUR 30,000), return flights, accommodation proof, bank statements, and employment letter. Pay EUR 80. Processing: 15 to 30 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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Guinea to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a Schengen member known for Stockholm's Gamla Stan, the ABBA museum, Scandinavian design, and northern lights in Lapland. Guinean nationals need a Type C short-stay Schengen visa for visits up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Sweden may not maintain a dedicated embassy in Conakry; Guineans are typically directed to the French or German embassy or a VFS Global center.
Sweden is an expensive Scandinavian destination; financial documentation should reflect daily costs of EUR 100 or more. Processing takes 15 to 30 days. The EUR 80 Schengen fee applies.
Sweden hosts a small Guinean diaspora community, and family reunion visits are among the common application types. Provide detailed host accommodation documentation for family visits.
Practical Tips
Sweden is among the more expensive Schengen countries. Show bank statements reflecting at least EUR 100 per day of planned stay. If visiting family in Sweden, request a formal letter of invitation and documentation of the host's Swedish residency or citizenship. Stockholm is reachable via connections through other European hubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Guineans need a visa for Sweden?
Yes, Sweden is in the Schengen Area. Guinean nationals must apply for a Schengen Type C visa before traveling.
Where do Guineans apply for a Swedish Schengen visa?
Sweden may not have its own embassy in Guinea. Guineans apply at the Schengen embassy representing Sweden in Conakry, or through VFS Global if available. Check migrationsverket.se and nearby embassy websites.
What is the Swedish Schengen visa fee?
The Schengen visa fee is EUR 80, approximately USD 87.
How expensive is Sweden for travelers?
Sweden is one of the more expensive Schengen countries. Budget at least EUR 100 per day for accommodation, food, and transport in Stockholm. Reflect this in your financial documentation when applying.