Sweden checklist

Sweden family visit visa document checklist

The extra papers for visiting relatives in Sweden. Use them with the tourist checklist.

Last verified 21 Oct 2026 · Checklist version 2026.10

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From your host in Sweden

Invitation form completed by your host
Required
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days
Copy of your host's ID
Required
A residence permit card does not count.
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days
Documents showing your host's income and assets
If it appliesif your host pays your costs
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days
Inbjudan (invitation) extract from the Swedish Population Register
If it applies
Your host can order it via the Swedish Tax Agency.
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days

Individual travel medical insurance of at least €30,000
Required
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days
Proof of funds: SEK 700 a day, often lower with relatives
Required
Your host can cover it, shown with bank statements or a sponsorship document.
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days
Pay the €90 visa fee, plus any VFS service fee
Required
Official source: Migrationsverket: Schengen visa for up to 90 days

General information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change: always confirm on the official government site before you apply.

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