Finland to Sweden: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇫🇮 Finland → 🇸🇪 Sweden
Visa Free

Visa-free entry — verify exact stay limits at destination.

Finland citizens can enter Sweden without a visa as both countries are part of the Schengen Area. Free movement applies — no border checks for EU/Schengen nationals. For stays beyond 90 days, local registration may be required. Cost of living in Sweden runs about 6% higher than in Finland (index 89 vs 84, NYC=100).

Finland Passport Strength

122 Visa-free
27 Visa on arrival
36 e-Visa
14 Visa required

Entry Details — Sweden

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
Varies — check destination
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Sweden
89.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Sweden
57%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$2,235/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Europe Destinations — Finland Passport

🇦🇱AlbaniaVisa Free 🇦🇩AndorraVisa Free 🇦🇹AustriaVisa Free 🇧🇾BelarusVisa Free 🇧🇪BelgiumVisa Free 🇧🇦Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa Free 🇧🇬BulgariaVisa Free 🇭🇷CroatiaVisa Free

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Sweden is approximately 6% more expensive than Finland (index 89 vs 84, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Full comparison: Finland vs Sweden →
Tax rates in Sweden — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Finland citizens need a visa to visit Sweden?+

Finland passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Sweden. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Finland passport holders stay in Sweden?+

Finland citizens enjoy visa-free access to Sweden. The standard permitted stay is 90 days within any 180-day period for Schengen and most bilateral agreements — verify the exact limit with the official immigration authority before travel.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Sweden?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Sweden?+

The cost of living index for Sweden is 89.4 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Sweden.

What documents are required for Finland citizens to enter Sweden?+

A valid Finland passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.