Sweden visa requirements for Mauritians
Travel and visa requirements
Swedish Visa is not required for Mauritians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Mauritius passport holders visiting Sweden can stay visa-free for 90 days.
- Mauritius passport holders are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure from Sweden.
- Mauritius passport holders must have a return/onward ticket, and must also provide proof of hotel accommodation.
- Mauritians visiting Sweden must show proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Sweden such as credit cards.
- Mauritians visiting Sweden can extend their stay for 90 days at the immigration office.
- Mauritians visiting Sweden with pets must have a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import license from the embassy or high commission.
- Mauritians visiting Sweden must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines.
- Direct flights are available from the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport Plaine Magnien, Mauritius to Stockholm, Sweden. The estimated flight time is between 12 - 13 hours.
- Although Sweden is religiously diverse, Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in Sweden.
- Because the time zone currently used in Sweden is the Central European Summer Time (GMT+2), Mauritius is 2 hours ahead of Sweden.
- Getting around Slovenia is possible through various public means of transportation including Domestic Flights, Public Buses, Taxis, Boats, Ferries, Trains, Car hires.
- Sweden uses the Europlug (Type C and F) for electricity, which has two round prongs and outputs 230 volts of power in Sweden.
- Sweden has a much milder climate than most other regions of the world that lie as far north. Sweden's climate is influenced by the Gulf Stream, a warm ocean stream that flows off Norway's west coast. Sweden's many lakes and the gulfs of Bothnia give Sweden generally a relatively mild climate.
- The best time to visit is May through September, especially if you're seeking warm weather. During these months, the days are long and the country's natural beauty is at its peak. If you're on a budget, you may want to avoid the summer high season.
- Swedish is the most widely spoken language in Sweden. Swedish is the official language of Sweden and is held in high regard in the country. Nearly the entire population of Sweden speaks Swedish with most speaking it as a first language and the rest as a second language.
- Visitors might want to pick up some basic Swedish phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
- Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the coldest month in Sweden?
July is the hottest month in Stockholm with an average temperature of 64°F (18°C) and the coldest is January at 27°F (-3°C) with the most daily sunshine hours at 12 in June. The wettest month is July with an average of 72mm of rain.
Is Sweden Safe?
Sweden is considered one of the safest countries in the world for both residents and tourists alike. In fact, most travelers don't have to consider any safety issues in Sweden as long as they're using basic precautions and common sense to avoid scammers, petty criminals, and thieves.
Can you drink the water in Sweden?
Drinking straight from the tap is the norm in Sweden. The water is clean and fresh, so you can save both money and the environment by not buying bottled water.
How much is Sweden visa fee?
The application fee is 60 euros. You can choose to pay by debit or credit card when filling out the online application form or you can choose to pay directly to the embassy's bank account. If you wish to pay to the Embassy's bank account the fee must be paid in Tanzanian shillings.
Is Sweden cheap to live?
Sweden has a global reputation for being an expensive place to visit, but results from a recent study reveal it is cheaper to live there than in France, Australia, the UK, and even Venezuela, at least based on crowdsourced data.