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How to apply

Applying via VFS Global in Abuja or in Lagos
The quickest and easiest way to apply is at the Swedish Visa Application Centre in Abuja or in Lagos, which is managed by VFS Global. How to proceed (as well as to book an appointment) is described step-by-step at the VFS Global website: Welcome to VFS Global | vfsglobal

If you choose this option you shall not present yourself at the Embassy of Sweden in Abuja nor pay any fees to the Embassy.

VFS in Abuja
Swedish Visa Application Centre
Sterling Bank Plaza, 3rd Floor,
Plot 1083 Mohammadu Buhari Way,
Central Business District, Abuja-Nigeria

VFS in Lagos
Swedish Visa Application Center
Plot 110, Admiral Ayinla Way,
Opposite Treasure Garden Estate,
Third Roundabout, Lekki Phase I – Lagos

Applying via the Embassy of Sweden in Abuja
If you do not wish to apply via the Swedish Application Centre in Abuja or in Lagos, you must then present your application forms and other documents in person at the Embassy of Sweden in Abuja. This option may not be as quick as applying via Swedish Visa Application Centre. You must make an appointment prior to going to the Embassy.

How to proceed:

1. Prepare the documentation
Please read further under Required documents which documents that are needed. Additional documents may be required depending on the purpose of your visit. Therefore please read further under relevant heading.

2. Make an appointment
To make an appointment at the Embassy of Sweden, please send us an email: migration.abuja@gov.se or call us +234 9 9047 317 (telephone hours Monday-Friday 09:00-10:30).

3. Visit the Embassy
At the appointed time, bring the completed application form, all the required documents, and a receipt of pre-payment to the Embassy (for information about the Embassy bank account number please contact ambassaden.abuja@gov.se). If you do not have all the documents with you, there is a risk that your application will be rejected.

Visitors' address
Embassy of Sweden
41 T.Y. Danjuma Street
Asokoro District, Abuja, Nigeria