Last updated 2026-05-18
Study visa to Sweden for British citizens
Long-term visa, Sweden national visa for residence
Travel purpose:
Study
, residence permit
, long stay
Visa overview
Issued for long-term residence to individuals admitted to full-time studies in Sweden, including higher education, doctoral programmes, vocational training, high schools, and certain specialized or contract-based education. The applicant must have sufficient financial means and health insurance. Mobility and exchange students may also qualify.
Visa validity period
from 12 months to 4 years
Consular fee
€0 (~$0) - €140 (~$163)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Higher education visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$163)
Mobility notification
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
12 months
Duration of stay:
12 months
Consular fee:
Free of charge
Doctoral studies visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 4 years
Duration of stay:
4 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$163)
Contract or specialisation education visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 4 years
Duration of stay:
4 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$163)
Upper secondary education visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€70 (~$82) - €140 (~$163)