Sweden•Europe8 months
SEK 1,500 SEK
Varies by filing options
5 years
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
Yes
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote work OK
Renewable 5-year residence permit for non-EU/EEA citizens with 5+ years of legal residency in Sweden.
Long-term resident status is Sweden's pathway for non-EU/EEA nationals who have resided in the country legally and continuously for at least five years. This classification grants individuals rights broadly comparable to EU citizens, including enhanced mobility throughout the European Union and a legal status reflecting deep integration within Swedish society.
The main fee is SEK 1,000 for adults and SEK 500 for children; exemptions apply for Nordic citizens' family members, EU/EEA citizens and families, Swiss citizens, Japanese citizens, and persons assessed as needing protection. The residence permit is valid for five years and renewable. Processing takes approximately eight months for 75% of cases. Form 138011 applies.
This visa is ideal for non-EU/EEA nationals with five years of continuous legal residence seeking permanent status and intra-EU mobility rights.
| Initial grant | 5 years |
Non-EU/EEA citizen
Resided in Sweden legally and continuously for at least 5 years
Ability to support yourself and family
Experience
5+ years
Proof of 5-year legal residence
Proof of income/financial support
| Form 138011 – Application for long-term resident status in Sweden (Ansökan om ställning som varaktigt bosatt i Sverige) | Fill online |
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