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Sweden visa · Kochi, Kerala
Sweden Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Planning a holiday or family visit to Sweden? Sweden visas are handled by VFS Global, which has no centre in Kerala. Visa Xpert prepares your complete file in Kochi and plans your appointment at the nearest centre.
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Sweden visa at a glance
- Who it is forTourists and family or friend visits, up to 90 days in any 180
- Centre in KeralaNo – nearest Bengaluru / Chennai
- Visa fee€90 adults + €19 VFS charge
- Talk to usCall +91 89211 53604 or WhatsApp
Quick answer
A Sweden Schengen tourist visa lets you stay up to 90 days in any 180. There is no Sweden visa centre in Kerala, so applicants from Kerala submit at the nearest VFS Global centre (usually Bengaluru or Chennai). The visa fee is €90 adults, plus the VFS service charge €19 (incl. GST). Typical documents: passport, application form, 3 months' stamped bank statements, ITR for recent years, leave letter or business proof, flight and hotel bookings, and travel insurance of at least €30,000. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares and checks the full file.
Sweden visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for tourism, issued by Sweden |
| Apply through | VFS Global – official VFS site |
| Centre in Kerala | ✗ No VFS centre in Kerala No Sweden centre in Kerala. Nearest VFS centres: Bengaluru and Chennai (also Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune and others) |
| Decided by | Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi |
| Visa fee | €90 adults · €45 children 6–12 · free under 6 (paid in rupees at the current rate) |
| Service charge | VFS service charge €19 (incl. GST) SMS €4 · Courier €7 (optional); children up to 12 do not give biometrics |
| Visa Xpert service charge | ₹3,000 per person Our consultancy fee for preparing and checking your file – separate from the visa fee and the VFS/BLS charge |
| Processing time | 15 calendar days from arrival at the Embassy in New Delhi (+2 days post from other centres) |
| When to apply | Apply at least 15 days before travel |
| Application form | Sweden visa application form (editable PDF), printed back-to-back, signed and dated |
| Length of stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
Fees, centres and rules as published on the official VFS and embassy pages, checked on 24 October 2026. Rupee amounts follow the exchange rate and can change, so we confirm the latest before you apply.
Sweden tourist visa document checklist
Based on the current VFS and embassy checklists for applicants in India. The embassy can ask for more, so we confirm the list for your profile before you apply.
Application & passport
- Signed checklist with the documents ticked
- Application form printed back-to-back and signed (both parents for minors)
- Original passport and all previous passports (a note if one is lost); valid 3 months after departure, issued in the last 10 years, 2 blank pages
- One photo 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, under 6 months
- Copies: data page, last page, earlier Schengen stamps
Trip documents
- Cover letter: purpose, duration, companions, transport and accommodation
- Travel agency certificate or proof of travel plans
- Transport and itinerary, including travel between Schengen countries
- Accommodation in each Schengen country (or the host's sponsorship)
- Travel medical insurance: at least €30,000 for the whole Schengen stay
Proof of funds
- Original bank statements for the last 3 months
- ITR acknowledgements for the last 2 assessment years
- Employed: 3 salary slips, employment contract, holiday approval
- Self-employed: company registration with GST, business bank statement, barcode-verifiable ITR
- Student: school or university letter
- Retired: pension statement for 3 months
- Sponsored: sponsorship proof on the national form
Minors
- Travelling alone: original consent signed by both parents
- With one parent: original consent from the other parent
- Sole custody: copy of the custody certificate
- Copies of the parents' IDs
Good to know
- Documents in English or Swedish, on A4, without staples or pins.
How we help with your Sweden visa
- Right country & categoryWe check that Sweden is your main Schengen destination and that tourism is the right category.
- Checklist & documentsA checklist for your profile, plus a review of bank statements, ITR, leave letter and bookings.
- Forms, insurance & bookingsOnline form, cover letter, itinerary, approved travel insurance and visa-friendly flight and hotel reservations.
- Appointment & submissionWe book the nearest VFS Global appointment and plan your one-day trip for submission and biometrics.
Sweden visa: frequently asked questions
Is there a Sweden visa centre in Kerala?
No. There is no Sweden visa centre in Kerala. Nearest VFS centres: Bengaluru and Chennai (also Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune and others). You can still prepare everything with us in Kochi and travel only for the appointment.
What is the Sweden visa fee from India?
€90 adults · €45 children 6–12 · free under 6 (paid in rupees at the current rate). On top of this you pay the VFS service charge €19 (incl. GST).
How long does a Sweden Schengen visa take?
15 calendar days from arrival at the Embassy in New Delhi (+2 days post from other centres). Apply at least 15 days before travel.
How much bank balance do I need for a Sweden visa?
There is no fixed minimum for most countries. The embassy checks that your 3-month bank statements, ITR and income comfortably cover your trip and that you have steady ties to India. We review your statements before you apply.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my visa?
No consultant can guarantee a visa. We make sure your application is accurate, complete and well documented, which gives you the best possible chance. The decision is made only by the embassy.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS, BLS or the embassy?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent visa consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with VFS Global, BLS International, any embassy or any government.
How do I get started?
Call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604 with your travel dates. Our office is at North Mulloth House, Ravipuram, MG Road, Kochi, Kerala.
Official sources
Last checked: 24 October 2026. Requirements, fees and processing rules change, so we confirm the latest for your case before you apply. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with the Embassy of Sweden, VFS Global, BLS International or any visa centre.
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