Do I need a visa for Sweden?

90 days visa-free within 180 days for EU, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Japan and 80+ countries. Schengen visa also valid.

Best time to visit Sweden?

June–August for midnight sun and festivals; December–February for Northern Lights and snowy Lapland.

How to get Sweden residency by investment 2025?

Entrepreneur visa: SEK 10M (~€900K) in business with growth potential → temporary residence (2 years) → permanent after 5 years.

Sweden GDP growth 2025?

Projected 1.5% real growth, nominal GDP ≈ €620 billion. Driven by exports, renewables and services.

Complete Guide to Sweden: Visa, Travel, Investment & Important Facts

Q: Who is the Prime Minister of Sweden?

Ulf Kristersson (Moderate Party), since October 2022.

Q: How to buy a SIM card in Sweden?

Tele2, Telenor, Tre at airports/stores; SEK 50–100 starter with 10–20 GB data. Passport scan required.

Your ultimate 2025 Complete Guide to Sweden – the Nordic powerhouse of innovation and archipelagos. Enjoy 90-day visa-free entry (Schengen), sail Stockholm's 30,000 islands, hunt Northern Lights in Kiruna, and hike Abisko trails. Discover entrepreneur residency via SEK 10M business investment, grasp the welfare-fueled economy under Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, and savor smörgås delights. This detailed guide covers everything: top destinations, practical tips, and aviation insights for seamless Sweden travel and business.

Introduction to Sweden

Sweden, with 10.5 million egalitarian Swedes, is a land of endless forests, tech unicorns, and Nobel legacy—home to IKEA, Spotify, and the world's highest per capita unicorns. In 2025, it draws eco-tourists to its 30 national parks and investors to its stable welfare state. This guide navigates Schengen visa ease, entrepreneur residency, and icons like the Icehotel for immersive Sweden travel.

Sweden Independence Date

June 6, 1523 – Gustav Vasa's election as king, marking end of Kalmar Union. Celebrated as National Day with flags, concerts, and family picnics.

How to Apply for Sweden Visa – 90 Days Visa-Free

Schengen member → 90 days visa-free in 180 for USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Japan, etc. ETIAS (€7 online) required mid-2025. For longer: D-visa via Migrationsverket.

Sweden Residency by Investment 2025 – Entrepreneur Visa

Self-employed permit: SEK 10M (~€900K) in innovative business (growth plan, sustainable income) → 2-year residence (renewable) → permanent after 5 → citizenship after 5. Family included.

Top Places to Visit in Sweden

Stockholm – Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum
Gothenburg – Liseberg amusement park, archipelago
Kiruna – Icehotel, Northern Lights
Abisko National Park – Aurora viewing, hikes
Uppsala – University, cathedral
Öland Island – Alvaret grasslands (UNESCO)
Malmö – Turning Torso, Öresund Bridge
Dalarna – Falun Mine (UNESCO), red cabins

Economic Activities & 2025 Outlook

Nominal GDP ≈ €620B, 1.5% growth. Sectors: services (70%), manufacturing (Volvo, Ericsson), renewables (hydro/wind 70% energy), exports (€200B).

How to Buy a SIM Card in Sweden

Tele2, Telenor, Tre at Arlanda Airport/stores; SEK 50–100 starter with 10–20GB data. Passport scan required; eSIM via apps.

Who is the Prime Minister of Sweden?

Ulf Kristersson (Moderate Party, since October 2022).

Political Status

Parliamentary constitutional monarchy; EU/EEA member. Centre-right coalition focuses on economy, migration, green transition.

Aviation Services in Sweden

Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) hub. Swedish Air Ambulance for medevac (24/7); scenic flights over archipelago/Lapland by SAS charters; helicopter tours in Kiruna.

Culture, Smörgås & Festivals

Smörgås sandwiches, fika coffee breaks. Festivals: Midsummer (Jun 21), Nobel Week (Dec), Stockholm Water Festival.

Safety & Practical Tips

Top 10 safest globally; low crime. English fluent; Krona currency; trains efficient (Stockholm–Gothenburg 3h).

Plan Your Sweden Journey

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