Swedish visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Sweden for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese 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 Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Sweden in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
- Kobe: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Kobe, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
- Fukuoka: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Fukuoka, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
- Sapporo: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Sapporo, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
- Nagano: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Nagano, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
- Nagoya: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Nagoya, Japan (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 28 minutes)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 307,007 | N/A |
| 2009 | 330,193 | 7.55% |
| 2010 | 349,334 | 5.80% |
| 2011 | 351,963 | 0.75% |
| 2012 | 346,840 | -1.46% |
| 2013 | 352,435 | 1.61% |
| 2014 | 381,484 | 8.24% |
| 2015 | 436,887 | 14.52% |
| 2016 | 457,107 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 475,440 | 4.01% |
| 2018 | 501,456 | 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 & Japan comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 12.56% smaller than Sweden.
As of October 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 114,161,923 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Sweden & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 124,579,314 | 114.2 million fewer people live in Sweden than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 247 | Sweden has 129 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 142 | Sweden passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 421 | Swedish hosts 199 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 501,456.
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