Sweden

An IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no band less than 5.5 is required for Sweden student visa purposes.

The Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) offers one of the top MBA programs in Sweden. Their Executive MBA is highly ranked and recognised globally. 

Yes, Sweden welcomes Indian students. Indian nationals can apply for MBA programs and are eligible for residence permits to study in Sweden. Post-graduation, students can apply for a 12-month residence permit to seek employment or start a business.

Yes, you need to present a proof of financial capacity. You need to prove that you have funds to pay for the course you are enrolled in a Swedish university. Your proof of financial capacity should also show that you have enough fund to support your stay in Sweden. You can present proof of financial security via scholarship, sponsor, student loan or own funds. You must have at least SEK 8,190 for each month of their stay in Sweden, computed for the intended stay with a minimum of 10 months for every year of studying in Sweden.

Documents required depends on what kind of visa you are applying for, for courses shorter than three months you need to apply for a normal visa. However, for courses longer than three months, you are required to apply for a residence permit. To apply for a residence permit you need a valid passport which has a validity of at least six months at the time of application. Students are also required an enrollment letter from the university in Sweden, health insurance, and essay.

Sweden is not inexpensive. It is, in fact, one of the most expensive countries in the world for international students in terms of cost of living and tuition fees. Therefore, the scholarship becomes one of the most desirable things for international students going to Sweden for higher education. There are several scholarships available to international students. Universities provide scholarships at their level to international students. There are several merits and need-based scholarships as well. Besides this, there are several external agencies which offer scholarships to international students.

The Embassy of Sweden in India works only with VFS Global in India and Nepal. The Schengen visa application fee is linked to euro. From April 15, 2021, adult fee is €80 and for children (6-12 years) it is €40. Some countries with EU visa agreements pay less or no fee.

If visit is more than 90 days, you need D Visa. New visa fee from April 4, 2021, is €60. Children 0-6 years don't pay any fee. Visitor's permit costs SEK 1,500 for adults and SEK 750 for children under 18.

 The processing time for Sweden study visa is 90 days.

Yes, many universities now accept the Duolingo English Test as a valid alternative to IELTS.