Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Poland passport holders
Polish citizens visit Sweden visa-free as EU and Schengen members. No visa is required, and EU citizens face no time restrictions.
Great news! Poland passport holders can enter Sweden without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa is required for EU citizens. A valid Polish passport or national ID card is sufficient. EU citizens can reside in Sweden without restrictions. ETIAS does not apply to EU nationals. Sweden is both an EU and Schengen member. Poles residing in Sweden must register with the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) for stays over 1 year.
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
Current Travel Situation
Poland to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a major destination for the Polish diaspora and increasingly for Polish tourists. Approximately 100,000-130,000 Poles live in Sweden, particularly in the construction, care, and hospitality sectors. Stockholm is Scandinavia's largest city and one of Europe's most beautiful capitals: the Gamla Stan (medieval old town on an island), Vasa Museum (a 17th-century warship raised intact), ABBA Museum, and the archipelago of 30,000 islands accessible by ferry. Beyond Stockholm, Gothenburg is Sweden's second city with excellent food and the Liseberg amusement park. Malmo connects via the Oresund Bridge to Copenhagen. Swedish nature tourism (Lapland, the Midnight Sun, elk safaris) is increasingly popular. The Swedish concept of lagom (balance), fika (coffee break culture), and design heritage are unique draws.
How to Get There
Sweden connects to all Scandinavian neighbors. Copenhagen (Denmark) is 35 minutes from Malmo by Oresund train. Oslo (Norway) is 5h30m from Stockholm by train. Helsinki (Finland) is accessible by overnight ferry (16 hours). Tallinn (Estonia) is accessible by ferry from Stockholm (18 hours). The Inlandsbanan railway (central Sweden) is a scenic summer adventure.
Money & Banking
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK). Sweden is expensive by most standards: a restaurant lunch costs SEK 130-200 (PLN 50-75), a beer SEK 75-110. However, Systembolaget (state alcohol monopoly) shops sell wine and spirits at reasonable prices for self-catering. Cards are universally accepted; Sweden is arguably the world's most cashless society. Swish mobile payments dominate. ATMs exist but are increasingly rare. Fika (coffee and pastry) at a bakery costs SEK 40-70.
Practical Tips
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is served by LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, and SAS from Warsaw (1h55m), Krakow, Wroclaw, and Gdansk. Stockholm Skavsta (NYO) and Vasteras (VST) serve budget routes. Overnight ferries from Gdansk (operated by Stena Line and Polferries) to Karlskrona (Sweden) take 10-11 hours and are a popular option for Polish drivers. The Oresund Bridge connects Malmo to Copenhagen in 35 minutes. Stockholm's Tunnelbana metro, trams, and buses cover the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Polish citizens need a visa for Sweden?
No. Sweden and Poland are both EU and Schengen members. Polish citizens travel freely to Sweden.
Can I take a ferry from Poland to Sweden?
Yes. Polferries and Unity Line operate from Swinoujscie (northwest Poland) to Ystad (Sweden) in approximately 8-9 hours. Stena Line operates from Gdynia to Karlskrona.
How large is the Polish community in Sweden?
There are approximately 100,000-120,000 Poles in Sweden, working primarily in healthcare, construction, and tech. Gothenburg has a particularly active Polish community.
Can I reach Sweden from Poland by ferry?
Yes. Stena Line operates a ferry from Gdynia (near Gdansk) to Karlskrona (Sweden) taking approximately 11 hours; there are also services from Swinoujscie to Trelleborg (south of Malmo) taking about 7-8 hours. These routes are popular for Polish drivers and families transporting cars. Once at Trelleborg or Karlskrona, Malmo and Stockholm are 30 minutes and 3-5 hours away by train respectively.
What currency is used in Sweden?
Sweden uses the Swedish Krona (SEK). Sweden is moving toward fully cashless; cards are accepted everywhere and some establishments no longer accept cash.
What is the ABBA Museum and where is it?
The ABBA Museum (ABBA The Museum) is located on Djurgarden island in Stockholm, adjacent to the Skansen open-air museum and the Vasa Museum. It features interactive exhibits, ABBA memorabilia, costumes, and a hologram "performance" allowing visitors to virtually join the band. Entry costs SEK 250 (about PLN 95). ABBA's 2021 comeback album and holographic Voyage concert tour renewed global interest in the band.
Is Stockholm expensive?
Yes. Stockholm is one of Europe's most expensive cities. Budget EUR 150-250 per day for midrange travel. The excellent public transport (SL card) is a cost-effective way to get around.
What is the Swedish concept of fika?
Fika is a Swedish social ritual centered on taking a coffee break, typically with a pastry (cinnamon bun/kanelbullar, cardamom bun, or princess cake). It transcends mere refreshment , fika is a deliberate pause in the workday or social gathering to connect with colleagues, friends, or family. Most Swedish workplaces have formal fika breaks twice daily. Visitors can partake at any Swedish cafe (konditori). A fika typically costs SEK 40-70 (coffee + pastry, about PLN 15-25).
What is special about Swedish Lapland?
Swedish Lapland offers Northern Lights, dog sledding, ice hotels (ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjarvi), Sami culture experiences, and midnight sun in summer. It is accessible by air to Kiruna.
What is the Vasa Museum in Stockholm?
The Vasa Museum houses the Vasa, a 64-gun warship that sank on its maiden voyage in Stockholm harbor in 1628. Salvaged in 1961, the ship is 98% original and extraordinarily well-preserved in the cold Baltic water. The museum is one of Scandinavia's most visited, with the full-size ship on display at multiple levels. Entry costs SEK 180 (PLN 68). Located on Djurgarden island, reachable by tram from Stockholm Centralen.
Can Polish citizens see the midnight sun in Sweden?
Yes. Above the Arctic Circle in Sweden (Lapland, around Kiruna and Abisko), the midnight sun occurs from June to mid-July. Below the Arctic Circle, Midsummer nights are very bright.