Swedish visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malaysian passport holders visiting Sweden for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian 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 Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of Sweden in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
- Penang: The Consulate of Sweden in Penang, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
- Kota Kinabalu: The Consulate of Sweden in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25,053 | N/A |
| 2009 | 26,945 | 7.55% |
| 2010 | 28,507 | 5.80% |
| 2011 | 28,721 | 0.75% |
| 2012 | 28,303 | -1.46% |
| 2013 | 28,760 | 1.61% |
| 2014 | 31,130 | 8.24% |
| 2015 | 35,651 | 14.52% |
| 2016 | 37,301 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 38,797 | 4.01% |
| 2018 | 40,920 | 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 & Malaysia comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 24.89% smaller than Sweden.
As of October 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 24,052,397 fewer people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Sweden & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 34,469,788 | 24.1 million fewer people live in Sweden than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 107 | Sweden has 11 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 133 | Sweden passport holders can visit 12 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 126 | Swedish hosts 96 more foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 40,920.
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