IKEA, Volvo, H &M, Ice Hotel, Royalty, Northern Lights, ABBA, Alicia Vikander, the Skarsgards (Tarzan and the Clown in It) –what’s the common factor about them? Sweden. Sweden is a nation near Norway and Finland with coastal islands, glacial lakes, and glorious mountains. Stockholm, it’s capital, is a vibrant city with a different vibe that’s worth exploring. You would want to try one of the underrated European Cities in the Scandinavian – Gothenburg, Sweden, it’s also gorgeous there.

Philippines Passport Holders need to have Sweden Schengen Visa. Though we have a Swedish Embassy and Consulate in the Philippines, the Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok issues visas. However, you don’t need to fly to Thailand as there is a Sweden Visa Application Center in the Philippines handles visa application. No need to book an appointment as you can go there when it’s open.

Read our visa application guide for a Sweden Schengen Visa for Philippine Passport Holders:

Who Needs To Apply For Sweden Schengen Visa

1. Those who are only visiting Sweden;

2. Those who are traveling around the Schengen Area and will be staying in Sweden for the longest duration; or

3. Those whose first entry is in Sweden, if going to other Schengen Countries in equal length.

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Quick Facts About The Sweden Schengen Visa

Validity: short stay for up to 90 days in every 180 days

Number of Entries: Single, Double, Multiple Entry

Processing Time: 15 days

THE EMBASSY OF BANGKOK PROCESSES VISA ISSUANCE. HOWEVER, YOU CAN VISIT VFS OFFICES IN MANILA AND CEBU FOR APPLICATION.

Where to Apply in Manila: Sweden Visa Application Center
Address: Ground Floor, Ecoplaza Bldg., Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati City, Metro Manila, 1231 Philippines

Where to Apply in Cebu: Sweden Visa Application Center
Address: Unit 503, 5th Floor, Keppel Center, Samar Loop cor. Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City 6000, Philippines

Sweden Embassy in Bangkok: Embassy of Sweden in Bangkok
Address: 20th Floor, One Pacific Place, 140 Sukumvit Road between soi 4 and soi 6, Bangkok, Thailand
Telephone Number: +66 (0) 2 263 72 11
Email Address: visa.bangkok@gov.se

Sweden Embassy in Manila: Embassy of Sweden in Manila
Address: 11th Floor, DelRosarioLaw Centre, 21st Drive corner 20th Drive, Bonifacio Global City, 1630 Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Telephone Number: +63 (02) 8 811 7900
Email Address: ambassaden.manila@gov.se

Swedish Consulate in Cebu: Consulate of Sweden in Cebu
Address: 415 Gorordo Ave. Lahug, Cébu City 6000
Telephone Number: +63 - (0) 32 - 233 3106
Email Address: swedconcebu@gmail.com

Documents Required for Sweden Schengen Visa

Print or place in an A4 Size Paper. Photocopies must be clear. Arrange in to by the following:

1. Schengen Visa Application Form - it must be duly completed and signed

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2. One Passport-sized photo – it must be recent (not less than 6 months) with white background and sied 45 mm x 35 mm

3. Valid Passport – must be valid 3 months after departure from the Schengen area with at least two blank pages

4. Copy of Passport Bio-page – this must be attached to your application

5. Copy of Passports and Visa Stamps – submit a copy of your old passports as well as visa stamps to Schengen Countries if applicable

6. Visa Fee

7. Copy of Paid Travel Medical Insurance - It should be applicable for all Schengen States and cover the entire stay or transit period of the person. The minimum is EUR 30,000 /PHP 2,5 million / USD 50,000. I highly recommend AXA Schengen for this!

General Requirements for Sweden Schengen Visa

8. Proof of Sufficient Funds (parent or guardian if minor applicant)

Bank Certificate, Bank statements or credit card statement for the last 6 months
You need to have at least SEK 450 per day about PHP 2,500 per day

9. Copy of Flight Ticket Reservation – Round ticket reservation with the applicant’s name and reservation number. It is not required to pay or buy the ticket until the visa is granted.

10. Travel itinerary

11. Proof of will to return

Employment Contract, Social Security Contributions Real estate property, proof of ties

12. Proof of Occupation

For those employed:

Certificate of Employment
A statement that Absence is granted

For self-employed

DTI or SEC Certificate of Registration
Income Tax Return
Financial Statement

For student

Proof of enrollment
Leave of Absence if traveling during the school year

Additional documents for Tourism

Hotel Confirmation or Accommodation booking
Travel Itinerary – Planned Day to Day Itinerary

Step-By-Step Guide On How Filipinos Can Apply for Sweden Schengen Visa

STEP 1: Gather all the documents needed for your application including this checklist.

STEP 2: Go to the Visa Application Center on their office hours: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM from Mondays to Fridays and submit your application.

STEP 3: Pay VFS service fee in cash or debit/credit card

STEP 4: Have your biometric data were taken (photograph and fingerprints).

STEP 5: Track your application.

STEP 6: Receive your passport via the application center or courier. Copy of the bio-page of your passport and receipt when claiming; you can claim it in the center from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Mondays to Fridays.

FAQs On How Filipinos Can Apply For Sweden Schengen Visa

1. How much is the Short Term Visa Fee?

Visa Fee is PHP 4,480 for 13 years old and above. For 6 – 12 years old the fee is PHP 2,240, while it’s free for those 5 years old and below

2. How much are the Other Fees?

VFS logistics Fee is Php 1,520 while shipment of your documents and passport to Thailand as well as back to the Philippines is Php 1,460.

3. How long can I travel with my Short Stay Visa?

90 days maximum.

4. How long does a visa application usually take?

A visa application usually takes up to 15 days. However, in some cases, the Embassy may take 30 days of processing time and ask for additional documentation and further verifications.

You can submit your application up to 3 months before your planned departure.

5. Do I need to apply personally?

Yes, except when the applicant is below 12 years old, biometrics are taken, so you are required to visit the application center.

6. Where exactly is the Visa Application Center?

Sweden Visa Application Centre
Ground Floor, Ecoplaza Bldg.
Don Chino Roces Ave.
Makati City, Metro Manila 1231

Sweden Visa Application Center, Cebu
Unit 503, 5th Floor, Keppel Center
Samar Loop cor. Cardinal Rosales Avenue
Cebu Business Park
Cebu City 6000

7. Do I need to book an appointment?

There is no need to schedule an appointment, you can submit your application from 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM from Mondays to Fridays at the application center.

8. How do I check the status of my application?

You can check at VFS Global website to track your application.

9. Can someone else get my passport?

Yes, you can have someone else can get it for you. They need to bring the original official receipt, copy of your passport’s bio-page, an authorization letter, and a photocopy of your ID.

10. Can I get my visa via courier?

Yes, you can. You need to coordinate with VFS Global.

11. Is there an interview?

Not necessarily, but you may be called for an interview at the Embassy in case they see something wrong with your documents, or they want some clarification with the purpose of your stay.

12. Do I need a Paid Flight Booking?

No. Only a CONFIRMED BOOKING is required. Our Rent-A-Flight Service is the best for this. For just 1,500 Pesos, you can get a LEGITIMATE and CONFIRMABLE booking.

13. What company do you recommend for the insurance?

AXA Schengen! The best thing about them is they will completely refund your payment in case your visa doesn’t get approved.

14. My visa is rejected! What remedy do I have?

You can either file a Remonstrance Letter or submit another application from another EU Embassy. Click here to view full remedies in case of visa denial and what you can do to avoid it.

Sweden is something you shouldn’t miss, especially, if you are exploring the Scandanavian Region. With the cleanest and greenest cities, you would love living there. Philippine Passport Holders need a Schengen Visa to enter Sweden. I hope this guide will help you with your future application.