The Swedish passport ranks 4th in the world ranking of travel freedom, sharing the position with the identity cards of Hungary, Poland, Singapore, and South Korea. Holders of the document have privileged access to 125 countries. This level of mobility makes the Swedish passport one of the most influential documents in the world.
Map of visa-free reasons for reducing citizenship in 2025
A Swedish passport opens the door to 125 countries in the world without the need for a visa. The interactive map of Global Relocate shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.
Where Swedish citizens can apply for eTA
The eTA is not a visa, but a travel authorization that is linked to the traveler's passport. The eTA process usually takes only a few minutes, and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. 23 countries allow Swedes to enter with an eTA for up to 90 days.
List of countries with eTA
What you need to know before leaving
Despite high global mobility, Swedish citizens face specific rules and restrictions that must be taken into account when traveling.
- The European Union and the Schengen area – the right to unlimited movement with a national ID card.
- The United States – the ESTA program allows a stay of up to 90 days per visit with multiple entries within 2 years.
- Japan, South Korea, Singapore – a visa-free regime for 90 days for tourism and business trips.
- The United Kingdom – up to 6 months without a visa with return tickets and proof of financial capacity.
- Canada – a visa-free regime for 6 months for tourists.
- The UAE – 90 days for ordinary passports and 180 days for diplomatic passports.
At the same time, in 2025, China plans to introduce a visa-free regime for 30 days, and the United Kingdom is canceling ETIAS for EU citizens until 2026.
For travel, special attention should be paid to the new electronic systems ETIAS and ETA, which tighten the formalities for entry into the EU and the UK.
Visa Free Countries Map Guide
The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:
visa free Visa-free entry is allowed. However, make sure to meet the entry requirements before traveling.
visa on arrival A visa can be obtained upon arrival. It is recommended to check the eligibility and required documents in advance.
eVisa A visa can be obtained online. Processing times should be taken into account.
visa required A visa must be obtained in advance. It is recommended to start the application process as early as possible.
How to use the map:
- Select the country you are interested in.
- Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
- Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.
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