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title: Sweden visa for citizens of Uruguay
description: Citizens of Uruguay can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Sweden visa for citizens of Uruguay

Citizens of Uruguay 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 Visa-Free Stay (90 days per 180 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 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure your Uruguayan passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date from the Schengen area.
2. **Arrange travel and accommodation** — Book round-trip flight tickets and accommodation for the duration of your stay.
3. **Travel to Sweden / Schengen border** — Present your passport at the border upon arrival. Have supporting documents (return ticket, accommodation proof, funds) ready if requested.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — The border officer will stamp your passport indicating the permitted period of stay (up to 90 days within 180 days).

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (national passport of Uruguay)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Immigration may request proof of onward travel.
- **Accommodation proof (hotel booking, invitation, etc.)** (Travel, optional): May be asked to show where you will stay.
- **Sufficient funds for stay** (Financial, optional): Proof of financial means (cash, bank statement, credit card) may be requested.
- **Travel health insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory for short stays, but strongly recommended.

## Good to know

- Overstaying the 90-day limit may result in fines, deportation, or re-entry bans.
- The 90-day allowance is shared across all Schengen countries; track your days carefully.
- Border officers have discretion to deny entry even if you meet all basic requirements.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity insufficient (less than 3 months remaining beyond planned departure)** — Renew your passport before travel if it is due to expire soon.
- **No return ticket or proof of onward travel** — Always carry a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Inability to demonstrate sufficient funds for the stay** — Carry cash, credit cards, or recent bank statements showing available funds.
- **Previous overstay or visa violation in Schengen area** — Ensure compliance with previous stays; wait for the ban to expire if applicable.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Uruguay need a visa for Sweden?

Citizens of Uruguay can visit Sweden without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Schengen Visa-Free Stay (90 days per 180 days).

### How long can citizens of Uruguay stay in Sweden?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Uruguay need for Sweden?

Valid passport (national passport of Uruguay); Return or onward ticket; Accommodation proof (hotel booking, invitation, etc.); Sufficient funds for stay; Travel health insurance.

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

At least 3 months.

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