Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Kazakhstan passport holders
Sweden is a Schengen member using the Swedish Krona. Kazakhstani citizens need a Schengen visa (EUR 87) to visit Stockholm and the Swedish wilderness.
Kazakhstan passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Astana or VFS Global. Schengen fee EUR 87. Sweden does not use the Euro (Swedish Krona, SEK). Stockholm is the primary destination.
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
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Valid Passport
Valid 3 months beyond Schengen departure
Schengen Form
Completed Swedish form
Photos
Two biometric photos
Travel Insurance
EUR 30,000 minimum
Flight Reservation
Return flights to Sweden
Accommodation
Hotel or rental bookings
Bank Statements
3 months records
Required at Entry
Schengen Visa
Presented at Swedish border
Current Travel Situation
Kazakhstan to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden has a small but notable Kazakhstani diaspora community. The Swedish Embassy in Astana processes Schengen visa applications. Sweden is known for design, IKEA, Volvo, Spotify, and world-class quality of life.
How to Get There
Denmark (35 minutes from Stockholm by domestic flight, or Malmo by bridge from Copenhagen) and Norway and Finland are Nordic Schengen alternatives.
Money & Banking
Sweden uses Swedish Krona (SEK). One of Europe most cashless societies. Cards universally accepted. KZT not exchangeable.
Practical Tips
Stockholm is built on 14 islands between Lake Malaren and the Baltic Sea. Gamla Stan (Old Town) is beautifully preserved. The ABBA Museum in Djurgarden is fun. Vasa Museum (17th century warship) is world-class. Swedish Lapland (Kiruna, Abisko) offers Northern Lights and the Icehotel. Midsommar celebrations are uniquely Swedish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Yes, a Schengen visa is required. Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Astana.
Is there a Swedish Embassy in Kazakhstan?
Yes, Sweden has an embassy in Astana that processes Schengen visa applications.
Does Sweden use the Euro?
No, Sweden uses the Swedish Krona (SEK). Sweden has not adopted the Euro.
What is Sweden known for internationally?
IKEA, Volvo, Spotify, ABBA, Nobel Prize ceremony, social welfare model, and clean nature.
Can I see Northern Lights in Sweden?
Yes, Swedish Lapland (Abisko, Kiruna) is one of the premier Northern Lights locations, particularly clear-sky nights December-March.
What is the Stockholm Archipelago?
Stockholm is surrounded by over 30,000 islands. Archipelago boat tours are a classic summer experience.
Are there flights from Astana to Stockholm?
Air Astana and SAS operate connections via European hubs. Total journey approximately 7-10 hours.