Poland Visa RequirementsFor Sweden passport holders
Swedish passport holders can visit Poland visa-free. Both are EU and Schengen members with growing economic ties.
Great news! Sweden passport holders can enter Poland without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No application needed. Travel on your Swedish passport or national ID. EU freedom of movement applies for residency and work.
Poland 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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Sweden to Poland: What You Need to Know
Sweden and Poland are both EU and Schengen members. Poland has been one of Europe's fastest growing economies and a major Swedish investment destination. Sweden also hosts one of Europe's largest Polish diaspora communities. Both countries are NATO members.
How to Get There
Warsaw (WAW), Krakow (KRK), Gdansk (GDN), and Wroclaw (WRO) are served from Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) by LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, Wizz Air, and SAS.
Money & Banking
Poland uses the Polish Zloty (PLN), not the Euro. Exchange SEK to PLN at Arlanda or use ATMs in Poland. Poland is considerably cheaper than Sweden for accommodation, food, and nightlife. Cards are widely accepted in cities; carry some PLN for smaller towns.
Practical Tips
No visa formalities. Poland has an excellent intercity rail network (PKP Intercity) connecting Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, and Wroclaw affordably.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for Poland?
No. Both are EU and Schengen members. Swedish citizens travel freely.
Does Poland use the Euro?
No. Poland uses the Polish Zloty (PLN), not the Euro, despite EU membership. Exchange SEK to PLN at Arlanda or use ATMs in Poland.
Is Poland affordable for Swedish travelers?
Yes. Poland is considerably cheaper than Sweden for accommodation, food, nightlife, and transport.
How do Swedish citizens fly to Poland?
LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, Wizz Air, and SAS fly from Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Gothenburg (GOT) to Warsaw (WAW), Krakow (KRK), Gdansk (GDN), and Wroclaw (WRO).
What are Poland's top attractions for Swedish tourists?
Krakow Old Town (UNESCO), Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, Warsaw Old Town, Gdansk waterfront, Wieliczka Salt Mine, and Tatra Mountains.
Can Swedish citizens work in Poland?
Yes. EU freedom of movement allows Swedish citizens to live and work in Poland without a work permit.