Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Pakistan passport holders
Pakistani nationals require a Schengen visa to visit Sweden, costing $87. The Swedish Embassy in Islamabad processes applications.
Pakistan passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Islamabad. Required: Schengen application form, biometric photos, valid passport, Schengen travel insurance, confirmed return tickets, hotel or host accommodation details, 3 months bank statements, employment letter, and proof of ties to Pakistan.
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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Pakistan to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a Schengen member known for Stockholm, its design culture, and Scandinavian landscapes. Pakistani nationals require a Schengen visa applied at the Swedish Embassy in Islamabad. Sweden hosts a notable Pakistani diaspora, particularly in Stockholm and Gothenburg, and family visit visas are among the common categories applied for.
Applications follow standard Schengen documentation requirements. Sweden is also a destination for Pakistani students at Swedish universities, though those require a different visa category via Migrationsverket.
Practical Tips
If staying with family in Sweden, obtain a formal invitation letter from them including their Swedish residency proof. Stockholm is well connected from Pakistan via Dubai or Helsinki.