Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Sweden

The Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Sweden is a traditional and dependable option for Swedish citizens, residents, and others in Sweden who prefer a physical visa sticker affixed directly into their passport. This embassy-processed visa allows entry to Vietnam by air, land, or sea and is especially suitable for certain visa types (such as business visas requiring sponsorship), extended stays.

Swedish passport holders benefit from a visa exemption for short tourism or business stays of up to 45 days (under Vietnam’s current unilateral policy for many EU/EEA countries, including Sweden). Convenient modern alternatives include the e-visa (up to 90 days, single or multiple entries) and visa on arrival (for air travel only). However, the sticker visa remains fully available through the Vietnamese embassy in Stockholm for those needing the classic embassy route or for stays beyond the exemption period.

1. Vietnam Embassy and Consulates in Sweden

Vietnam maintains one diplomatic mission in Sweden: the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Stockholm.

The embassy serves as the primary hub for consular services, including issuing Vietnam embassy sticker visas, assisting Vietnamese nationals in Sweden, document legalization, and promoting bilateral relations in trade, education, tourism, and cultural exchange between Vietnam and Sweden.

Address: Odengatan 5, 114 24 Stockholm, Sweden
Phone: +46 8 453 30 70 / +46 8 453 30 71
Fax: +46 8 453 30 72
Email: vnemb.se@mofa.gov.vn
Official Website: vnembassy-stockholm.mofa.gov.vn
Working Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m

2. Can Sweden Apply for a Traditional Sticker Visa?

Yes, Swedish citizens and residents in Sweden can apply for a traditional sticker visa at the Embassy of Vietnam in Stockholm. While Swedish nationals enjoy visa-free entry for up to 45 days (tourism/short business), a visa is required for longer stays, specific purposes (e.g., work, study), or when extending beyond the exemption.

The sticker visa (physical affix in the passport) is fully supported and ideal for:

Stays exceeding 45 days.
Business or sponsored visas needing embassy approval.
All entry modes (air, land, sea).

3. Step-by-Step Application Process for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Sweden

Applying for a Vietnam embassy sticker visa in Sweden is clear and convenient locally. Typical steps at the Stockholm embassy:

Contact the Embassy: Email vnemb.se@mofa.gov.vn or call +46 8 453 30 70 / +46 8 453 30 71 to verify requirements, check if an appointment is needed, and confirm submission options.
Gather Documents: Collect all required items (detailed in section 4).
Submit Application: Visit the embassy in Stockholm in person during consular hours (recommended for sticker visas). Submit your form, passport, photos, supporting documents, and pay the fee.
Processing: The embassy reviews your application, possibly coordinating with Vietnam’s Immigration Department (common for business visas).
Collect Your Visa: Return to pick up your passport with the sticker visa affixed once approved.
Travel: Enter Vietnam within the visa’s validity period.

4. Required Documents for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa Application in Sweden

Standard documents for a Vietnam embassy sticker visa from Sweden (confirm with the embassy) include:

Valid Passport: Original Swedish passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your planned departure from Vietnam and at least 2 blank pages.
Visa Application Form: Completed and signed (download from the embassy website or obtain on-site; in English).
Photos: 2 recent passport-sized photos (4×6 cm, white background).
Supporting Documents:
- Travel itinerary (flight bookings, hotel reservations).
- For tourism: Proof of purpose/funds if requested.
- For business: Invitation/approval letter from a Vietnamese sponsor/company.

5. Processing Times, Fees, and Costs for Vietnam Embassy Sticker Visa in Sweden

Processing Time: Typically 3–7 working days for standard applications (often faster locally), but can extend to 1–2 weeks depending on visa type, workload, and Hanoi coordination. Expedited services may be available for extra fees.
Fees and Costs: Vary by visa type (single/multiple entry, duration)—often starting from US$25–$100+ (or equivalent in SEK), plus possible stamping/service fees. Additional costs include photos or travel to Stockholm.

6. Other Consular Services

Beyond sticker visas, the Vietnam Embassy in Stockholm provides:

Passport and consular support for Vietnamese nationals.
Document notarization, authentication, and legalization.
Emergency assistance for Vietnamese citizens (e.g., lost documents, welfare concerns).
Civil registration (births, marriages) where eligible.
General consular protection and bilateral cooperation support.

7. Upcoming Office Closures

The embassy closes for Vietnamese and Swedish public holidays, such as:

Vietnamese Tet (Lunar New Year, late January/early February).
Vietnam National Day (September 2).
Swedish holidays like Midsummer (late June), National Day (June 6), All Saints’ Day (November), Christmas/New Year.