Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Libya passport holders
Sweden requires a Schengen visa for Libyan nationals. Applications are submitted at the Swedish Embassy in Tunis or Cairo.
Libya passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Tunis or Cairo, or via VFS Global. Standard Schengen documents apply. For family visit visas, include an invitation letter from the Swedish resident family member. Fee is EUR 80. Processing takes 15 to 45 calendar days.
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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
Current Travel Situation
Libya to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a Scandinavian Schengen member and home to a significant Libyan diaspora that arrived after 2011. Sweden has accepted a notable number of Libyan asylum seekers and refugees. Libyans with family in Sweden often apply for family visit visas. Swedish consular services for Libyans are available in Tunis and Cairo.
Practical Tips
Stockholm and Gothenburg are major cities. Sweden's public transport is excellent. A family invitation letter (inbjudan) from a Swedish resident or citizen significantly strengthens a visit application. Sweden has strong Arabic-language support services due to its large MENA diaspora.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Libyan passport holders need a visa for Sweden?
Yes. Sweden is a Schengen member. Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Tunis or Cairo, or via VFS Global.
Does Sweden have a significant Libyan diaspora?
Yes. Sweden accepted a notable number of Libyan asylum seekers and refugees after 2011. Family visit visas are a common category for Libyan applicants.
What is the Schengen visa fee for Sweden?
EUR 80 (approximately USD 87).
What documents are needed if visiting family in Sweden?
In addition to standard Schengen documents, include an invitation letter from the Swedish-resident family member. The letter should state the relationship, duration of stay, and contact details.