Sweden:
Visas, Document Requirements & Certified Translation
Your comprehensive guide to Swedish residency and short-stay visas. Document requirements, financial proofs, and MEA Apostille & Certified Translations accepted by Swedish consulates and Migrationsverket immigration authorities.
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MEA Apostille
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Swedish Visa Pathways
Select a visa route below to view eligibility guidelines and document checklists.
Family Reunification Visa
"Bring your family members to live with you in Sweden."
calendar_todayDuration & Residency
Aligned with the sponsor's residency permit validity.
Overview
Complete visa assistance and MEA Apostille for family members of Swedish residents. All certificates must be apostilled. Certified translation to Swedish or English is required if the original is in another language.
Core Eligibility Criteria
- check_circleMigrationsverket (Swedish Migration Agency) approval authorization.
- check_circleSponsor residency card and passport photocopy.
- check_circleSponsoring maintenance requirement (sufficient income after housing costs).
- check_circleSponsor housing adequacy (at least kitchen and 1 room for couples).
- check_circleOriginal Marriage Certificate - Apostille valid within 3 months.
- check_circleOriginal Birth Certificate (for children) - Apostille valid within 3 months.
- check_circlePassport Office PCC - valid for 6 months (Apostille valid within 3 months).
- check_circleApplicant's full passport photocopy.
- check_circlePassport size photos with 80% face coverage and white background.
fact_checkDocument Checklist
1. General Visa Documents
- checkMigrationsverket approval notification copy.
- checkApplicant's full passport photocopy.
- checkPassport-size photographs (80% face coverage, white background).
- checkSponsor residency permit photocopy.
- checkSponsor passport photocopy.
2. Critical Certificates & Translation Needs
Original certificate with Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Swedish or English is required if the original is in another language.
For children under 18, with Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Swedish or English is required if the original is in another language.
PCC valid for 6 months, and Hague Apostille. Certified translation to Swedish or English is required if the original is in another language.
Registered contract. Translation is required if not in Swedish or English.
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MEA Apostille &
Certified Translation Guide
Under Swedish guidelines, official documents submitted to Migrationsverket or Swedish consulates must be in Swedish or English. If your original document is in another language, it must be translated by an authorized certified translator.
Official Stamps & Certifications
Every page of the translation must feature the certified translator\'s seal and certification stamp.
Hague Apostille integration
We secure the Apostille stamp first and translate it fully as part of the legalized document packet.
Documents We Translate & Legalize:
VisaWonder provides official Certified Translation services recognized by Migrationsverket. We handle translations for:
- local_policePolice Clearance (PCC)
- medical_servicesMedical Certificates
- child_careBirth Certificates
- favoriteMarriage Certificates
- schoolDegrees & Marksheets
- account_balanceBank statements
Frequently Asked Questions
Important answers about Sweden visa document and certified translation requirements.
Do I need translations to Swedish?
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Do Swedish consulates require Apostille on all certificates?
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What is the maintenance requirement for Swedish family visas?
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Sweden Consulate Accepted Translations
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