Swedish visa for Bhutanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bhutanese passport holders visiting Sweden for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bhutanese citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bhutanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Sweden.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Sweden.
If you are looking for Sweden visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bhutan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Dhaka: The Embassy of in Dhaka, ~ 413.43 kilometers (256.89 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 19 minutes).
- Kathmandu: The Consulate General of in Kathmandu, ~ 505.16 kilometers (313.89 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 4 minutes).
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Bhutan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bhutan traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bhutan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 456 | N/A |
| 2009 | 490 | 7.46% |
| 2010 | 518 | 5.71% |
| 2011 | 522 | 0.77% |
| 2012 | 515 | -1.34% |
| 2013 | 523 | 1.55% |
| 2014 | 566 | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 648 | 14.49% |
| 2016 | 678 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 705 | 3.98% |
| 2018 | 744 | 5.53% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sweden & Bhutan comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Bhutan is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi). This means Bhutan is 10.77 times smaller than Sweden.
As of November 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 9,602,573 more people than the population of Bhutan.
We have highlighted Sweden & Bhutan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Bhutan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 814,818 | 9.6 million more people live in Sweden than Bhutan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 9 | Sweden has 109 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bhutan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 15 | Sweden passport holders can visit 130 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 8 | Swedish hosts 214 more foreign missions than Bhutan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bhutan travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Bhutan visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 744.
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- Stockholm to Thimphu: 7885.11 km (4899.58 mi)
- Travel time: 16 hours 25 minutes
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