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title: Sweden visa for citizens of the Bahamas
description: Citizens of the Bahamas can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Sweden visa for citizens of the Bahamas

Citizens of the Bahamas can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry · Tourist (90 days)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Check travel requirements** — Ensure passport is valid and no visa is needed for short stays up to 90 days.
2. **Book travel and accommodation** — Arrange flights, hotel, and any necessary travel insurance.
3. **Travel to Sweden** — Present passport at border control for entry stamp.
4. **Enjoy visa-free stay** — Stay up to 90 days within a 180-day period from first entry into Schengen area.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): May be requested by border control to prove intention to leave.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or invitation letter may be requested.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended for Schengen area travel.
- **Sufficient funds for stay** (Financial, optional): May be asked to show proof of financial means for the stay.

## Good to know

- Maximum stay is 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area.
- Passport must be issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen.
- Visa-free entry does not allow paid employment or long-term stays.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity insufficient (less than 3 months after planned departure)** — Check passport expiration before travel; renew if needed.
- **Previous overstay in Schengen area** — Comply with 90/180 rule and keep proof of exit.
- **Inability to show proof of onward travel or accommodation** — Have clear itinerary and documents ready for border checks.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Bahamas need a visa for Sweden?

Citizens of the Bahamas can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry · Tourist (90 days).

### How long can citizens of the Bahamas stay in Sweden?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of the Bahamas need for Sweden?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Travel insurance; Sufficient funds for stay.

### How long must my passport be valid for Sweden?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Sweden visa for every passport](/visa/sweden)
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