Sweden visa requirements for Mauritanians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Mauritanians visiting Sweden

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Swedish Visa.

    • An original Mauritania international passport with at least six (6) months validity with two or more blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
    • Filled out and signed application form.
    • Passport-sized photos taken not more than the last six months with a white background.
    • Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
    • Medical travel insurance.
    • Bank statement from the past 3months.
    • Employment letter if traveling for employment.
    • Hotel reservations or accommodation.
    • Personal invitation if visiting friends or family.

    Sweden Visa for Mauritanians

    Facts about Sweden

    Sweden is a nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes. Lots of tourists who visit the country usually try their hands at skiing and dog sledding as there are a lot of snow parks and resorts to trying out the adventure. There is an abundance of museums and historical sites at which tourists can bask in the rich history if the country.

    Tourism in Sweden has been developing at a very steady pace in recent years as the number of tourists who visit the country yearly has been increasing. On average, Sweden receives 24.6 million tourists yearly. The Swedish government is doing her best to develop tourism in the country with 7.1% of household income being spent on domestic tourism.

    The capital of Sweden Stockholm is built on 14 islands and possesses more than 50 bridges. The best time for tourists to visit the country is during the winter months with mild weather.

    Types of Sweden Visa

    Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
    Business visa withing 15 days 180
    Student visa within 90 days 90 days and above

    General Requirements for Sweden Visa

      • An original Mauritania international passport with at least six (6) months validity with two or more blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
      • Filled out and signed application form.
      • Passport-sized photos taken not more than the last six months with a white background.
      • Copy of round trip tickets or itinerary.
      • Medical travel insurance.
      • Bank statement from the past 3months.
      • Employment letter if traveling for employment.
      • Hotel reservations or accommodation.
      • Personal invitation if visiting friends or family.
      Sweden Business visa Sweden Student visa

      Sweden Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The Business visa is required in order to abide by the Swedish immigration policies when visiting Sweden for business purposes.
      • Swedish business visa is a permit for staying for a short period of time days in Sweden for business.
      • The visa gives you access to visit Sweden for 30 days, 90 days, or longer duration.
      • This visa is one of the various visa categories for visiting Sweden.
      • The Swedish business visa gives you the liberty of visiting other European Union countries that belong to Schengen states but you must visit Sweden first before traveling to the other 25 Schengen states.
      •  You must be able to cater for your expenses in Sweden. The figures from the Swedish embassy is SEK 450 per day for the rest of your stay in Sweden.
      • You must possess a certificate of Travel health insurance, your insurance plan must worth € 30,000 and last for your duration of visit in Sweden.
      • Document of accommodation. This could be an invitation letter from a host in Sweden or a hotel booking confirmation.
      • People are expected to provide an invitation letter from Swedish Organisation which will be addressed to the consulate, and this letter should state the type of business that you would be involved in when you visit Sweden – meeting, negotiation, contract, and so on.
      • The letterhead should bear the identity and name of the Swedish company involved and the period the business will last for. Your invitation letter should also introduce you to the consulate.
      • Documents in Arabic should be translated to English or Swedish.
      • The Swedish consulate in Nouakchott, Mauritania is currently short down. Mauritanian nationals should apply for Swedish visa in neighboring countries that Sweden has either Consulate or Embassy or both in.

      Sweden Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

      • The Student visa is issued to Mauritanian nationals who are looking forward to visiting the country for educational purposes. They must, however, be admitted to a full-time accredited university for studies in Sweden.
      • The Student visa can be issued for short-stay of 90 days.
      • Foreigners whose course of study is very short or under 90 days will not be eligible for residence permit application in Sweden.
      • The students who are traveling to Sweden for more than three months will require visa and residence permits to stay in the country throughout their course duration.
      • Before you will apply for the Swedish student visa, you must have been admitted to any of the Swedish institutions.
      • Students can work while they are pursuing their education from Sweden.
      • There is no upper limit to the number of hours a student can work in the country, as long it does not affect their study.
      • Students who have completed their studies from Sweden can apply for and get an extension of their Residence Permit for 6 months to seek suitable employment.
      • Once the student has an appropriate job, s/he would be required to have a Work Permit for Sweden.
      • Students can also seek Residence Permit to start their own business in Sweden.
      • A student is required to mandatorily complete a minimum study of 40 hours a week.
      • People who are applying for the Swedish student visa must have paid the first installment of the tuition fees for their course of study.
      • You must have valid supporting documentation to support your residence permit application.
      • Applicants must have a valid passport with a validity of a minimum of six months.
      • They must possess a letter of admission from the university that has offered you admission in its course of study and must also provide proof of your financial ability so as to support themselves financially during the course of study in Sweden.
      • In case the students are to stay in Sweden for a period of less than one year, you must have comprehensive health insurance and will need to provide its proof.
      • You must fully intend to leave Sweden at the end of your course of study.
      • Documents in Arabic should be translated to English or Swedish.
      • The Swedish consulate in Nouakchott, Mauritania is currently short down. Mauritanian students who are looking forward to study in Sweden should apply for Swedish visa in neighboring countries that Sweden has either Consulate or Embassy or both in.

      Sweden Visa Fees

      Visa Type

      Sub Types

      Visa Fees

      Business visa

      643.34 (SEK)

      Student visa

      1000.00 (SEK)

      Sweden Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mauritania

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      How can I apply for Sweden visa?

      The easiest way is to apply and submit an online application at the Sweden Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website.

      Which city is the most productive city in Sweden?

      Stockholm is the economic, cultural, political, media capital and most productive city in Sweden, and the city contributes substantial revenue to its government annual revenue.

      How many days do Sweden visa take?

      The processing time for the Sweden visa is usually within 15 days. However, it is more advisable to apply in person at the Swedish Ministry of Foreign affairs in order to prevent extension of the processing time beyond its standard 15 days.