Iran passport → Sweden
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Iranian passport holders need a visa for Sweden, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Sweden at a glance
- Capital
- Stockholm
- Currency
- Swedish krona (SEK)
- Languages
- Swedish
- Calling code
- +46
- Region
- Northern Europe
Sweden for other passports
- IranVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Europe for Iranian passport holders
Common questions
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Iranian passport holders need a visa for Sweden, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Iranian citizens stay in Sweden?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Iranian citizens get a visa on arrival in Sweden?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Iranian citizens visit without a visa?
36 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Iran passport ranks #88 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Iranian citizens (edited 7 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Sweden before you travel.