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Document Checklist
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Schengen Visa Application Form
Application for Schengen Visa (No. 119031) attached with 1 photograph not older than six months with white background (3.5cm/4.5 cm). Please explain your plan for visit.
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Passport
Original and copy of passport or some other valid travel document. If passport has been extended please enclose a copy of this page & copy of the observation page (if any). The Schengen states does not accept Indian handwritten passport or passport that contains a manual entry made after 01/04/2010 where the biographical data (name, place, date of birth and sex) were changed.
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Proof of Lodging
Proof of lodging such as Hotel reservation, rental document of holiday home or campus residence reservation for the entire duration of the planned stay in the Schengen area. For applicants who plan to stay in several Schengen countries, proof of travel itinerary (e.g. ticket bookings for transport between different countries in addition to hotel reservations).
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Return Flight Reservation
Flight reservation of return ticket. If travelling to several Schengen states, proof of intra- Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental.
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Overseas Travel Medical Insurance
Overseas travel medical insurance valid for all Schengen-countries. The insurance has to cover the applicant for at least 30,000 Euros or equivalent, for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. The policy has to clearly specify the period of validity and has to cover the entire duration of the trip including the date of arrival & departure.
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Bank Statements
Copy of bank statements covering the last 3 months and any other document that may provide information about the applicant's solvency.
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Income Tax Declaration
Income tax declaration for the last two assessment years.
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Previous Passports
Previous Passports available- irrespective of their condition (In case lost - a note is required)
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Travel Agency Certificate
Certificate from the travel agency confirming booking of an organized trip or any other appropriate document indicating the travel plans.
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Marriage and Birth Certificates
Copy of original Marriage Certificate and Birth Certificates of children.
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Documentary Evidence of Professional Activity - Employees
Employees: pay slips for the last three months, employment contract and employers statement on approval of holidays
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Documentary Evidence of Professional Activity - Students
Student: letter confirming enrolment in the college /university.
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Documentary Evidence of Professional Activity - Self-Employed
Self-Employed: PAN registration and bank statements covering the last 3 months/Company Registration proof.
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Documentary Evidence of Professional Activity - Pensioners
Pension: Pension statement for the last three months or proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business.
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Proof of Sponsorship
If Sponsored: Proof of Sponsorship.
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Parental Consent for Minors
The consent of the parental authority or legal guardian should be required only if the minor travels alone or only with one parent
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Co-traveler Information
Is applicant's travel accompanied? If Yes, mention number and names of co-travelers.
Important Notes
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The Schengen states does not accept Indian handwritten passport or passport that contains a manual entry made after 01/04/2010 where the biographical data (name, place, date of birth and sex) were changed.
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Applicant might be asked for additional documents or might be called for an interview if required by The Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi.
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The visa fee, according to the Schengen regulations, is non-refundable.
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Affidavit will not be considered as a document of evidence by the Embassy of Sweden.
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Schengen Area Country
Sweden is a Schengen member. Your Type C visa covers all 29 Schengen states — travel freely across the zone on a single application.
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Swedish Migration Agency · Verified 2026-05-05
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