Sweden Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

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Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Sweden. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 6+ months (Work). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Sweden has small Filipino community (~5K) — IT, healthcare, marriage migrants.

Visa types: Schengen C (90/180): Tourist, Business, Family, Cultural, Transit; Swedish Residence Permit (>90 days): Work (employer-sponsored — popular Filipino IT/healthcare), Study, Family Reunification, Self-Employment, EU Blue Card, Job-seeker.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen)

In USDUSD 99

In PHPPHP 6,039

Minimum bank balance~USD 110/day (EUR 100)

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

Stay & validity

Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.

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Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Manila/Cebu (Swedish Embassy via Bangkok)

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15-21 working days (Schengen) / 6+ months (Work)

AppointmentYes · Book

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Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (6 months, EUR 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

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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

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online Schengen application; 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement (3-6 months, EUR 50/day, Sweden expensive); Employment letter; ITR (BIR 2316); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; Biometrics at VFS Manila/Cebu.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 6+ months (Work)

Schengen Type C visa. Fee: EUR 90 (~PHP 6,039). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu. Sweden has small Filipino community (~5K) — IT, healthcare, marriage migrants.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections for Filipinos (~15-25%): (1) Insufficient funds; (2) Weak ties to Philippines; (3) Work permit fraud — fake job offers from Sweden; (4) Past Schengen overstays; (5) Inadequate insurance; (6) Family ties in Sweden raise flags; (7) Berry-picker/seasonal worker scams affecting Filipinos.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Sweden — accredited via Bangkok, 20th Floor Pacific Place, 140 Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

Phonevia Bangkok (accredited from Bangkok)

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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 verified2026-05-15

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 Philippines passport holders

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

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Sweden (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (Swedish Embassy via Bangkok).

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

The Sweden visa fee is USD 99 (about PHP 6,039). 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 15-21 working days (Schengen) / 6+ months (Work). 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 Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C: Validity 6 months to 5 years.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Sweden visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Sweden visa via VFS Global Manila/Cebu (Swedish Embassy via Bangkok). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay.