Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Senegal passport holders
Senegalese citizens require a Schengen visa to visit Sweden. The fee is $87 USD and permits stays of up to 90 days.
Senegal passport holders require a visa to enter Sweden.
Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Dakar or through VFS Global if outsourced. Standard Schengen documents apply: application form, travel insurance, flight and hotel proof, bank statements, and employment documentation. Processing typically takes 15 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
Current Travel Situation
Senegal to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Sweden is a Schengen member known for its high quality of life and progressive policies. Senegalese travel to Sweden is for tourism, family visits (there is a modest Senegalese community in Stockholm), and business. The Swedish Embassy in Dakar handles Schengen applications.
Practical Tips
Stockholm is one of Scandinavia's most beautiful capitals. Apply at least four to six weeks before travel in summer. Sweden is part of the Schengen zone, so a Swedish Schengen visa covers all member states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Senegalese citizens need a visa to visit Sweden?
Yes, a Schengen visa is required. The fee is $87 USD for stays up to 90 days.
Where do Senegalese citizens apply for a Swedish Schengen visa?
Apply at the Swedish Embassy in Dakar or through VFS Global if outsourced. Check the Swedish Migration Agency website for current procedures.
What is Sweden best known for as a destination?
Sweden is known for Stockholm's archipelago, the ABBA Museum, Gothenburg's seafood, Swedish design culture, and the Northern Lights in Kiruna during winter.
Is Sweden very expensive for Senegalese tourists?
Sweden is one of the more expensive European countries. Budget accommodation and self-catering can reduce costs. Show sufficient funds (at least 450 SEK or around $40 USD per day) in your bank statements.