Sweden visa requirements for Burundians

Basic Travel Requirements for Burundians visiting
Sweden

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Swedish Visa.

  • A duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Passport with a validity of at least 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. 
  • Two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background.
  • A European travel insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 euros coverage within Sweden and the entire Schengen zone.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Sweden.
  • A flight itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Sweden.
  • Accommodation proof via Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Sweden or a host’s residential address.
  • Medical certificate stating the good health of the applicant.
  • Proof of civil status and ties with the origin country such as a birth or marriage certificate.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Sweden. 
  • A bank statement for the last 3 months before the application period.
  • A return-ticket to Mozambique.

Sweden Visa for Burundians

Facts about Sweden

Sweden is a nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes. Lots of tourists who visit the country usually try their hands at skiing and dog sledding as there are a lot of snow parks and resorts to trying out the adventure. There is an abundance of museums and historical sites at which tourists can bask in the rich history if the country.
Tourism in Sweden has been developing at a very steady pace in recent years as the number of tourists who visit the country yearly has been increasing. On average, Sweden receives 24.6 million tourists yearly. The Swedish government is doing her best to develop tourism in the country with 7.1% of household income being spent on domestic tourism.
The capital of Sweden Stockholm is built on 14 islands and possesses more than 50 bridges. The best time for tourists to visit the country is during the winter months with mild weather.

Types of Sweden Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Visitor Visa Three weeks 90 days
Student visa 1-3 months 1-5 years
Work visa 1-3 months 1-5 years

General Requirements for Sweden Visa

  • A duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Passport with a validity of at least 3 months from the intended period of exiting the country. 
  • Two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background.
  • A European travel insurance confirmation of a minimum of 30,000 euros coverage within Sweden and the entire Schengen zone.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Sweden.
  • A flight itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Sweden.
  • Accommodation proof via Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Sweden or a host’s residential address.
  • Medical certificate stating the good health of the applicant.
  • Proof of civil status and ties with the origin country such as a birth or marriage certificate.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Sweden. 
  • A bank statement for the last 3 months before the application period.
  • A return-ticket to Mozambique.

Sweden Visitor Visa Eligibility &
Requirements

  • The Sweden tourist visa is applied for and issued to those who intend to go to the country for tourism and leisure.
  • People with the intention to attend business meetings and conferences are also issued this visa.
  • Applicants are expected to get a Schengen visa. This is a short-stay visa that allows a stay of up to 90 days during a period of 180 days from the application date. 
  • You must apply for the visa of the country that is your primary destination during your stay i.e. Sweden.
  • Applicants are expected to have a valid passport that must have been issued in not more than ten years from the application period. It should also be valid for at least 3 months from the application date.
  • One or more passport photos are also required along with the application form. The photos must have been taken within 6 months to the application period.
  • The visa can be issued for both single entry and multiple entries.
  • Travelers are allowed to travel to other Schengen countries while their visa is valid.
  • For persons under the age of 18 who intend to travel alone, a written consent the applicant’s parents or guardians should be provided. It must be certified by a public notary. 
  • If you intend to travel with only one parent, the written consent of the other parent or guardian is required.
  • Tourist visas for children between 6 to 12 years of age cost £35. Children below that age do not need a visa to travel.       
  • Applicants are expected to have their valid individual medical travel insurance for use in Sweden. 
  • A letter stating the purpose of the applicant’s trip to Sweden should be provided. Applicants are also expected to include details such as date of entry, date of exit and travel itinerary.
  • Applicants going to Sweden for the purpose of business should have an invitation letter from the individual host or host company in Sweden.
  • Applicants must provide proof of sufficient financial means to support themselves financially during their stay in Sweden and for their return transportation. 
  • For tourists, this can be in form of their letter of employment, salary slips for at least 6 months, recent bank statements or pension slips (For retired applicants).
  • For businessmen or businesswomen, this can be in the form of their certificate of registration, tax forms, recent company bank statement or recent personal bank statement.

Sweden Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements

  • The Student Visa is issued to foreigners who have been offered admission to study in an academic institution in Sweden.
  • The original letter of admission from the institution that the applicant has been accepted into should be presented during the visa application.
  • You are required to be in possession of the receipt of the tuition fee paid to the institution in Sweden.
  • An original guarantee letter explaining the details of the applicant’s financial situation is required.
  • Minors applying for this visa should ensure that they are in possession of the original and two extra copies of their birth certificate.
  • You are required to present two copies of your curriculum vitae during the visa application.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to present original certificates they obtain from the schools they attended previously.
  • If you will be accompanied by your family member you can apply on their behalf in your own application.
  • Proof of payment of the visa fee is required.
  • The documents to be submitted should be in English or Swedish.

Sweden Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreign nationals who have been offered employment by an employer in Sweden.
  • The employment contract signed by both the employer and employee should be provided. The letter must state the job position offered to the applicant and the duration of employment.
  • A copy of your work permit is required.
  • Proof that there was no Swedish national qualified to take up the job that you were offered is required.
  • A copy of your curriculum vitae should be provided.
  • Proof of the incentive of returning to your home country at the expiry of your visa is required.
  • If you will be accompanied to Sweden by your family member, you can apply for the visa on their behalf.

Sweden Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

60.00 (SEK)

Student visa

99.00 (SEK)

Work visa

99.00 (SEK)

Sweden Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Burundi

Burundi

There is no embassy of Sweden in Burundi. Travelers are advised to go through an embassy of Sweden in any neighboring country.

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