France Visa RequirementsFor Sweden passport holders
Swedish passport holders can visit France visa-free. Both are EU and Schengen members. Swedish citizens enjoy full freedom of movement.
Great news! Sweden passport holders can enter France without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No application needed. Travel on your Swedish passport or national ID card. For stays beyond 90 days, register with the local prefecture. EU citizens working in France should register for a residence certificate.
France 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
Sweden to France: What You Need to Know
Sweden and France are both EU and Schengen members. Swedish citizens can travel, live, and work in France under EU freedom of movement. Paris is consistently one of the top international destinations for Swedish travelers. French overseas territories such as Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guiana, and Reunion are also EU territory accessible on the same terms.
How to Get There
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY) are served daily from Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Gothenburg (GOT) by SAS, Air France, Norwegian, and easyJet. Flight time is about 2.5 hours.
Money & Banking
France uses the Euro (EUR). Sweden uses the SEK; exchange at Arlanda or use ATMs in France. Paris is expensive; budget cities like Lyon and Bordeaux are more affordable. Cards are widely accepted. Service is included in French restaurant prices; tipping is not obligatory.
Practical Tips
No visa formalities. Carry your Swedish passport or national ID. Validate transit tickets on the Paris metro. Pickpocketing is common around major tourist sites; keep valuables secure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Swedish citizens need a visa to visit France?
No. Both are EU and Schengen members. Swedish citizens travel freely throughout France, including overseas territories.
Can Swedish citizens visit French overseas territories visa-free?
Yes. French overseas territories such as Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guiana, and Reunion are EU territory. Swedish citizens travel there on the same terms as to metropolitan France.
How do Swedish citizens get to Paris?
Fly from Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) or Gothenburg (GOT) to Paris CDG or Orly on SAS, Air France, Norwegian, or easyJet. Flight time is about 2.5 hours.
Does France use the Euro?
Yes. France uses the Euro (EUR). Exchange SEK at Arlanda or use ATMs in France.
Is tipping expected in France?
Service is included by law in French restaurant prices. Tipping is not obligatory; leaving a few euros for good service is appreciated but not expected.
Can Swedish citizens work in France?
Yes. EU freedom of movement allows Swedish citizens to work and live in France. For stays over 3 months, obtain a residence certificate from the prefecture.