Kindly note that the Embassy's consular section is closed 25-27 February. We will open as usual on Thursday 28 February.
View more newsIn Zimbabwe, it is the Embassy of France's Consular Section which
handles and issues ordinary tourist and business visas to Sweden.
This is done under the 'Schengen' arrangement.
As of 14 May, 2019, The Embassy of France advises that there is 2-3 weeks waiting time for an appointment, so make sure to plan well in advance.
For details on where and how to apply Please see the following pages:
https://zw.ambafrance.org/Visa-section-in-Harare
https://zw.ambafrance.org/Requirements-for-a-Schengen-visa
In order to study in Sweden you need a residence permit. It is the Swedish Migration Agency handles all applications for permits for studies
To information on how to obtain study permit - click here
If you want to learn about admissions for international students at Swedish universities please visit Study in Sweden and University Admissions.
Kindly note that the Embassy is not responsible or involved in any part of the
University admission process.
The Embassy of Sweden does not provide scholarships for students.
If you are interested in studying in Sweden please visit Study in Sweden
Where you can scout for scholarships for undergrad and postgraduate degrees.
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS) every year provides very limited numbers of scholarships to international students that wish to pursue a Master’s degree in Sweden. Find out if you can apply at the SISS website
Kindly note that the Embassy is not involved in any part of the scholarship selection process.
If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU and wish to work in Sweden, in most cases you need a work permit.
It is the Swedish Migration Agency that handles all applications for work and residence permits. All applications are done online through their website.
How to apply for a work visa - click here
Application guide - click here
Work permit requirements - click here
On the Swedish Migration Agency's website you can check the status of your application. The following types of permits can be checked: student permits, work permits, residence permits, residence cards, and passports.
Check your application on below link
Opening Hours:
Ordinary visiting hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-11:00
Passport inquiries: Monday - Friday 09:00-11:00
Migration and Consular inquiries: Monday - Friday 09:00-11:00
The Embassy is located at:
32 Aberdeen Rd,
Avondale, Harare
For directions/map - click here
If you want to move to Sweden to live with someone you need to make an application for a residence permit at the Swedish Migration Board. Read about the process here.
