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Sweden Self-Employment Permit
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Sweden Self-Employment Permit

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

18-20 months

Application Fee

2,200 SEK

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Sweden Self-Employment Permit

This permit is for entrepreneurs who wish to start or run a business in Sweden. It requires significant personal capital and proof that the business is viable and will provide a livelihood for the applicant. Applicants must generally remain outside Sweden during the lengthy processing period.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant2 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Long-Term Resident Status
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Long-Term Resident Status

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Own at least 51% of the business

Significant industry experience

Documented knowledge of Swedish and/or English

Financial resources: SEK 200,000 (main), SEK 100,000 (spouse), SEK 50,000 (child)

Viable business plan and established network

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Experience

2+ years

Min. Savings

200,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Business plan

Proof of ownership

Bank statements showing capital

Evidence of industry experience

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Independence from employers
  • Path to permanent residency
  • Family reunification allowed

Worth Knowing

  • Very long processing times
  • High capital requirements
  • Must prove business viability
  • Insufficient startup capital
  • Lack of business experience
  • Inability to prove business viability

Application Process

1

Prepare business plan and capital

2

Submit application via portal

3

Wait for processing (usually outside Sweden)

4

Receive decision

Application Forms

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