Republic of the Congo
Sweden
Sweden visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Entry requirement
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Sweden, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 2 missions
- Visa guide
- Sweden visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at swedenabroad.se
Which Sweden visa?
Schengen visa (type C) for tourism
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area
- Fee
- €90
- Processing time
- Normally 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days if more examination or documents are needed.
For the tourist visa, Sweden’s official sources give a standard fee of €90. Processing time, as Sweden states it: Normally 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days if more examination or documents are needed. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area.
Swedish missions in the Republic of the Congo
All missions of Sweden in the Republic of the Congo
Sweden has 2 missions in the Republic of the Congo, with its embassy in Brazzaville. Honorary consulates, which normally do not take visa applications: Brazzaville.
Swedish citizens travelling to the Republic of the Congo
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Travel advice for Sweden
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from the Republic of the Congo to Sweden, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Sweden at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 17 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Sweden (updated 11 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Sweden (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in Sweden
How long citizens of the Republic of the Congo may stay in Sweden is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of the Republic of the Congo apply
In the Republic of the Congo, applications go to the Swedish embassy in Brazzaville, or to a visa centre acting for Sweden; fees, documents and processing times are published by Sweden.
Sweden and the Schengen area
A Schengen visa issued by Sweden lets citizens of the Republic of the Congo travel in all Schengen states; apply to Sweden when it is the main destination of the trip.
Sweden’s neighbours for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Norway and Finland require citizens of the Republic of the Congo to obtain a visa in advance.
Swedish citizens travelling to the Republic of the Congo
Swedish citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Republic of the Congo. The rule is the same in both directions between the Republic of the Congo and Sweden.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Sweden?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Sweden, obtained before travel.
Where is the Swedish embassy in the Republic of the Congo?
The Swedish embassy in the Republic of the Congo is in Brazzaville.
How much does the Sweden tourist visa cost?
Sweden’s official sources give a standard fee of €90 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Normally 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days if more examination or documents are needed.
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
Swedish citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the Republic of the Congo.
Can citizens of the Republic of the Congo enter Sweden visa-free?
No; citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for Sweden obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.