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title: Sweden visa for citizens of New Zealand
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# Sweden visa for citizens of New Zealand

Citizens of New Zealand 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 · Schengen short-stay (visa-free)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare for border entry** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen Area and bring supporting documents.
2. **Travel to Sweden and present documents at border** — Upon arrival, present passport and any requested documents (return ticket, accommodation, funds).
3. **Stay within permitted period** — Stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the departure date from the Schengen Area.
- **Return / onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward or return travel is likely to be requested at border control.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): May be requested at border; e.g. hotel booking or invitation letter.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested at border to cover stay (approx. SEK 450 per day).
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory for visa-free entry but strongly recommended.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area.
- Border officers may request evidence of sufficient funds, onward travel, and accommodation.
- Overstaying the 90/180-day rule can lead to bans and fines.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 3 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date from Schengen.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of New Zealand need a visa for Sweden?

Citizens of New Zealand can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen short-stay (visa-free).

### How long can citizens of New Zealand stay in Sweden?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of New Zealand need for Sweden?

Passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay); Return / onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance.

## More

- [Sweden visa for every passport](/visa/sweden)
- [Every destination for New Zealand passport holders](/visa/passport/new-zealand)