Sweden for citizens of Japan

🔑 How to enter to Sweden from Japan

To enter Sweden, Japanese citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).

1. Before traveling to Sweden, check whether your Japanese passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Sweden and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
2. Show your Japanese passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
3. Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Japanese passport. You are allowed to stay in Sweden for 90 days.

✅ Requirements for Japanese citizens to visit Sweden with tourist visa

• Japanese citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Sweden. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
• Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Japanese citizens on the territory of Sweden is carried out on a commercial basis.

❓ FAQ

1. Do citizens of Japan require a visa to visit the Sweden?

   Japanese citizens do not need a visa to visit the Sweden.

2. How long Japanese citizens are allowed to stay in Sweden without a visa?

   The maximum duration of stay in Sweden for citizens of Japan for a visa-free stay is 90 days.

3. What happens if a Japanese passport holder stays in Sweden longer than the visa-free period allowed?

   Overstaying visa-free entry to Sweden is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Sweden is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.

4. Do citizens of Japan need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Sweden without a visa?

   Swedish immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.

5. What documents are required for Japanese citizens to enter Sweden without a visa?

   Japanese citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sweden.

6. Can Japanese work or study during the visa-free stay in Sweden?

   The Sweden visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Sweden Japanese citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.