Sweden Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Valid Pakistani passport with at least 3 months validity beyond intended stay and at least 2 blank pages
- ✓ Completed Schengen visa application form, signed and dated
- ✓ Recent passport-size photograph meeting Schengen photo requirements
- ✓ Travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage for the entire Schengen area
- ✓ Confirmed return flight itinerary
- ✓ Proof of accommodation for the entire stay such as hotel bookings or host invitation letter
- ✓ Proof of sufficient financial means, typically bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months
- ✓ No-objection certificate from employer or proof of self-employment or enrollment
- ✓ Proof of ties to Pakistan such as employment, property, or family to show intent to return
- ✓ Cover letter explaining the purpose and itinerary of the trip
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Determine the main destination. If Sweden is the primary or only Schengen country, apply at the Swedish embassy or VFS Global in Pakistan.
Step 2: Gather all required documents including passport, photographs, insurance, flight and hotel bookings, and financial proof.
Step 3: Complete the Schengen visa application form online via the official Swedish visa portal or VFS Global portal.
Step 4: Book an appointment at VFS Global in Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad through the VFS website.
Step 5: Attend the appointment and submit your application along with all documents. Biometric data including fingerprints will be collected at the VAC.
Step 6: Pay the visa fee of EUR 80 and VFS service charges at the center.
Step 7: Track your application online using the reference number provided by VFS Global.
Step 8: Collect your passport from the VFS center or opt for courier delivery once a decision is made.
⚠️ Important Notes
Sweden has one of the lowest Schengen refusal rates for Pakistani passport holders at under 2%, making it a favorable Schengen destination to apply through. Always apply at the embassy or VAC of the country that is your main destination or first point of entry if no single country is the primary destination. The visa fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome. Book refundable flight and hotel reservations where possible to avoid financial loss in case of refusal.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Insufficient financial funds or inconsistent bank statements
- ✗ Lack of strong ties to Pakistan such as unemployment or no dependents
- ✗ Incomplete or incorrectly filled application form
- ✗ Travel insurance not meeting the minimum EUR 30,000 coverage requirement
- ✗ Previous Schengen visa overstay or immigration violations
- ✗ Suspicious or unclear travel purpose without supporting documentation
- ✗ Passport validity not meeting the 3-month-beyond-stay requirement
- ✗ Accommodation or flight bookings not confirmed or credible
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Pakistani residents can apply for a Swedish Schengen visa through VFS Global centers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, which process applications on behalf of the Swedish Migration Agency and the Swedish Embassy.
There is no fixed minimum, but Swedish immigration typically looks for at least EUR 50 to EUR 100 per day of stay. Your account should show regular income and consistent balance, not sudden large deposits before applying.
Yes. A Swedish Schengen visa allows you to travel freely within all 27 Schengen member states for the duration stated on your visa, up to a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period.
According to 2024 official data, Sweden issued 200 out of 215 applications from Pakistan, resulting in a refusal rate of approximately 1.86%, which is quite low and encouraging for applicants.
Yes, each applicant including children requires their own Schengen visa. The application fee for children aged 6 to 12 is EUR 40. Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee.
The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is a mandatory registration system that records entry and exit of non-EU nationals at Schengen borders. It will capture biometric data and track the 90-day stay limit automatically. This system is being phased in progressively across Schengen borders.
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Apply through the official portal. Always use official government/embassy websites.
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