Swedish visa for Irish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Irish passport holders visiting Sweden for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Irish citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish 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 Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Galway: The Consulate of Sweden in Galway, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 40 minutes)
- Cork: The Consulate of Sweden in Cork, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 40 minutes)
- Limerick: The Consulate of Sweden in Limerick, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 40 minutes)
- Dublin: The Consulate General of Sweden in Dublin, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 40 minutes)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25,508 | N/A |
| 2009 | 27,434 | 7.55% |
| 2010 | 29,025 | 5.80% |
| 2011 | 29,243 | 0.75% |
| 2012 | 28,818 | -1.45% |
| 2013 | 29,282 | 1.61% |
| 2014 | 31,696 | 8.24% |
| 2015 | 36,299 | 14.52% |
| 2016 | 37,979 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 39,502 | 4.01% |
| 2018 | 41,664 | 5.47% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sweden & Ireland comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 5.96 times smaller than Sweden.
As of November 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 5,200,621 more people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted Sweden & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 5,216,770 | 5.2 million more people live in Sweden than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 87 | Sweden has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 135 | Sweden passport holders can visit 10 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 82 | Swedish hosts 140 more foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 41,664.
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