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Sweden Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Algerian citizens need a Schengen visa for Sweden, applied for via VFS Global; fee is EUR 90, standard processing up to 15 calendar days.

Guide last updated September 12, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area, issued within the last 10 years, with 2 blank pages
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • 2 recent biometric passport photos (35x45mm, white background)
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and digital photo) required in person at the VFS Global center for first-time Schengen applicants or those without valid biometrics on file in the last 5 years
  • Travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 for the entire Schengen area
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)
  • Round-trip flight reservation
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months and proof of employment or business registration
  • Cover letter explaining the purpose and itinerary of the trip

Visa types

  • Uniform Schengen Visa, Tourist/Visit (Type C): single or multiple entry, validity typically 90 days within a 180-day period, fee EUR 90
  • Business visa (Type C): same validity rules, requires an invitation from a Swedish company
  • Student/long-stay national visa (Type D): for stays over 90 days, applied through Migrationsverket (www.migrationsverket.se) rather than VFS

How to apply

  • Book an appointment at the VFS Global Sweden visa application center serving Algeria
  • Complete the online form and gather all supporting documents
  • Attend the appointment in person to submit documents and give biometrics
  • Pay the visa fee (EUR 90) plus the VFS service fee at the center
  • Standard processing takes up to 15 calendar days, extendable to 30-45 days in complex cases
  • Track the application status online and collect the passport once a decision is made

Fees & processing time

  • Schengen visa fee: EUR 90 (adults)
  • VFS Global service fee: approximately EUR 25-30 additional
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 115-120
  • Standard processing: up to 15 calendar days
  • Extended processing in some cases: up to 30-45 calendar days; no official priority/express option for Sweden via VFS Algeria

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply 3-4 weeks before travel, but not more than 6 months in advance
  • Common rejection reasons include insufficient bank balance, an unclear travel purpose, or weak ties to Algeria (job, property, family)
  • Book the VFS appointment as early as possible since slots fill up quickly in Algiers and Oran
  • If Sweden is not the main destination in a multi-country Schengen trip, apply at the embassy of the country where you will spend the most days or first enter
  • Extensions inside Sweden are only granted in exceptional circumstances (medical emergency, force majeure) via Migrationsverket

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.