Sweden Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

Bangladeshpassport Swedendestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 7 August 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Sweden. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 103.96). Processing: 15 calendar days standard (may extend to 45 days in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed time including VFS Global intake-to-return transit. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 adult + EUR 11 VFS service charge + 230 BDT payment-processing fee (~USD 104 total govt fee / ~BDT 12,864). EUR 45 for ages 6-12, free under 6. Apply via VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Banani) — since Dec 2024 this centre also processes Belgium, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland (and reportedly Slovenia) visas under representation/consolidation arrangements.

Visa types: Schengen C visa: Tourist, Business, Family/Friends Visit, Transit, Cultural/Sports, Medical. National D visa: Student, Skilled Worker, Family Reunification, Long-term Residence, Researcher, Self-employment, Working Holiday (limited).

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen C, adult) + EUR 11 service charge

In USDUSD 104 (visa fee) + ~USD 13 (service charge)

In BDTBDT 12,864 (visa fee) + ~BDT 1,572 (service charge) + BDT 230 (payment fee)

Minimum bank balance~USD 44 (EUR 40)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year Schengen-wide entry ban; SIS alert. EES biometric entry/exit registration fully operational EU-wide since 10 April 2026, making overstay detection automatic.

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden / Migrationsverket. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the NRB bank booth on-site.

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15 calendar days standard (may extend to 45 days in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed time including VFS Global intake-to-return transit

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (SEK 450/day ≈ EUR 40)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (or Personnummer host invitation)

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Personnummer host)

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application at migrationsverket.se; Appointment at VFS Global Dhaka; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation OR Invitation (verified by Swedish host with Personnummer); Bank statement (SEK 450/day proof ≈ EUR 40); Employment letter; For Student: admission + funding (SEK 11,316/month minimum 2026 rate).

Visa types (4)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 103.96) 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 peak); ~21 days total incl. VFS transit

Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 + EUR 11 service charge (~USD 104 / BDT 12,864 base fee). Apply via VFS Global Sweden VAC, Dhaka.

Business Swedish Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

Sweden Schengen C Business Visa. Apply if Sweden is main destination or first Schengen entry point. Major sectors: telecommunications (Ericsson), engineering (Volvo, Scania, ABB), gaming/tech, pharmaceuticals.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a Sweden airport en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Sweden or the Schengen Area.

Work Sweden Work Permit (Migrationsverket Arbetstillstånd)

Single SEK 2200 (~USD 233.07) 4-16 months

Sweden Work Permit. Recent Sep 2024 reform: minimum monthly salary increased to SEK 28,480 (~USD 2,680 — 80% of Swedish median wage 2024) for new work permits. Path to permanent residence after 4 years.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections: (1) Sweden moderately strict on BD; (2) Insufficient SEK 450/day (~EUR 40) funds; (3) Weak ties to BD; (4) Personnummer host invitation issues; (5) For Student: SEK 11,316/month funding proof (2026 rate); (6) Travel insurance below EUR 30,000.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Sweden, Bay's Edgewater (Level 6), Plot 12 Block G, North Avenue, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Phone+880 2 5566 7679 | +880 2 5566 7680

Emailambassaden.dhaka@gov.se

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-08-07

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Sweden visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Sweden with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Sweden (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden / Migrationsverket. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the NRB bank booth on-site..

How much does a Sweden visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Sweden visa fee is USD 104 (visa fee) + ~USD 13 (service charge) (about BDT 12,864 (visa fee) + ~BDT 1,572 (service charge) + BDT 230 (payment fee)). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Sweden visa?

Typical processing for a Sweden visa is 15 calendar days standard (may extend to 45 days in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed time including VFS Global intake-to-return transit. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Sweden on this visa?

A Sweden visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Sweden visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Sweden visa via VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden / Migrationsverket. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the NRB bank booth on-site.. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.