Swedish visa for Turkish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkish 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 Turkish citizens to enter Sweden for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Sweden e-visa for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Sweden visa on arrival for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
Sweden tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkish 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 Turkey, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Sweden nearest your place of residence.
- Ankara: The Embassy of Sweden in Ankara, Turkey (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 minutes)
- Antalya: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Antalya, Turkey (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 minutes)
- Izmir: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Izmir, Turkey (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 minutes)
- Mersin: The Honorary Consulate of Sweden in Mersin, Turkey (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 minutes)
- Istanbul: The Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul, Turkey (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 minutes)
Sweden visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Sweden diplomatic mission offices to Turkey for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkey traveling to Sweden from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkey) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 40,540 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43,601 | 7.55% |
| 2010 | 46,129 | 5.80% |
| 2011 | 46,476 | 0.75% |
| 2012 | 45,799 | -1.46% |
| 2013 | 46,538 | 1.61% |
| 2014 | 50,374 | 8.24% |
| 2015 | 57,690 | 14.52% |
| 2016 | 60,360 | 4.63% |
| 2017 | 62,781 | 4.01% |
| 2018 | 66,216 | 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 & Turkey comparison
Sweden's area is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi), while the area of Turkey is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi). This means Turkey is 87.56% larger than Sweden.
As of October 2025, Sweden's population is ~10.4 million people - 78,518,155 fewer people than the population of Turkey.
We have highlighted Sweden & Turkey’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Sweden | Turkey | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,417,391 | 88,935,546 | 78.5 million fewer people live in Sweden than Turkey |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 118 | 235 | Sweden has 117 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkey. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 145 | 68 | Sweden passport holders can visit 77 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 222 | 286 | Swedish hosts 64 fewer foreign missions than Turkey. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkey travel to Sweden in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkey visiting Sweden in 2018 was approximately 66,216.
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