Transit visa · Cuba to Sweden

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Transit

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 5 days
• Processing time: 15 calendar days standard
• Fee: EUR 90 (adults); EUR 45 (children 6-11); Free (children under 6)
• Validity: Duration of transit, typically 1-5 days
• Entry: Single entry

Schengen Type C visa for transit through Sweden or other Schengen countries when the traveler needs to leave the airport international transit zone (e.g., to change terminals or airports). This is different from the Airport Transit Visa (Type A) which only covers the international transit zone. Nationals of Annex I countries who need to transit through Sweden and leave the transit zone must apply for this visa.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Required for nationals of Annex I countries who need to leave the airport international transit zone while transiting through Sweden.

• Purpose of visit

  Transit through Sweden en route to a third country. Must have valid visa or entry authorization for final destination.

  Includes

  • Transit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, white background

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: No

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Cash, credit card at embassy/consulate or VFS Global; Amount: EUR 90 (adults); EUR 45 (children 6-11); Free (children under 6)

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather passport, flight bookings showing transit, visa for final destination, and standard Schengen visa documents.

2. Online application

   Complete the Schengen visa application form.

3. Appointment booking

   Book appointment at Swedish embassy/consulate or VFS Global center.

4. Document submission

   Submit all documents in person.

5. Biometrics

   Provide biometric data if required.

6. Fee payment

   Pay visa application fee.

7. Processing wait

   Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.

8. Visa collection

   Collect passport with transit visa sticker.

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.