Swedish visa for Papua New Guinean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinean citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Papua New Guinean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Papua New Guinean citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Port Moresby: The Consulate of Sweden in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (Working hours: Close now)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Papua New Guinea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Papua New Guinea traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Papua New Guinea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 364 | N/A |
| 2009 | 392 | 7.69% |
| 2010 | 415 | 5.87% |
| 2011 | 418 | 0.72% |
| 2012 | 412 | -1.44% |
| 2013 | 418 | 1.46% |
| 2014 | 453 | 8.37% |
| 2015 | 519 | 14.57% |
| 2016 | 543 | 4.62% |
| 2017 | 564 | 3.87% |
| 2018 | 595 | 5.50% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Sweden & Papua New Guinea comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Papua New Guinea is approximately 452,860 km2 (174,850 sq mi). This means Papua New Guinea is 10.36% larger than Sweden.
As of October 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 598,033 more people than the population of Papua New Guinea.
We have highlighted Sweden & Papua New Guinea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Papua New Guinea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 9,819,358 | 598033 more people live in Sweden than Papua New Guinea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 21 | Sweden has 97 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Papua New Guinea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 44 | Sweden passport holders can visit 101 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 32 | Swedish hosts 190 more foreign missions than Papua New Guinea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Papua New Guinea travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Papua New Guinea visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 595.
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