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From 15 October 2026, the Embassy of Sweden in Dhaka will no longer make decisions on applications for Schengen visas (short-stay visas). Insted, all decisions on Schengen visa applications submitted in Bangladesh will be made by the Swedish Migration Agency. Swedish authorities holds Schengen visa representation agreements with the following countries: Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Luxembourg and Slovenia.
Schengen visa applications and passport collection will are handled by VFS Global in Dhaka. If Sweden, or one of the countries represented by Sweden, is your main destination, you must book an appointment with VFS Global before submitting your application, here https://visa.vfsglobal.com/bgd/en/swe
The Swedish authorities will continue to represent Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Luxembourg and Slovenia for Schengen visa applications. Please note that this representation only applies to Schengen visas. The Swedish authorities do not represent these countries in matters concerning national visas or residence permits.
VFS Global is responsible for receiving visa applications, collecting biometrics and returning passports to the applicant. However, the Swedish Migration Agency will assess all applications and make all decisions regarding the granting or refusal of Schengen visas.
VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213.
Attend a centre | vfsglobal(opens in a new tab)
*** Holders of diplomatic and official passports who have a Note Verbale issued by the competent authorities of their home country are exempt from the requirement to schedule an appointment.
VFS Global is responsible for receiving the applications and passports, while the Swedish authorities make the decisions on the applications. The processing time for an application for a Schengen visa may be up to 15 calendar days from when the Swedish Migration Agency receives the application. The processing time can, however, be extended to 45 days.
Applicants can submit their Schengen visa applications as early as six months before the intended visit. For seafarers on duty, applications can be submitted up to nine months before the intended date of entry to the Schengen area.
More general information about Schengen visas is available at the Swedish Migration Agency’s website.(opens in a new tab)
Applicants are encouraged to ensure that their applications are complete and that all required supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application to help avoid unnecessary delays.