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Sweden Work Permit (Arbetstillstånd)

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

Varies

Application Fee

2,200 SEK

Stay Duration

Varies based on employment contract

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Sweden Work Permit (Arbetstillstånd)

The Swedish Work Permit is designed for non-EU/EEA citizens who have secured a job offer from a Swedish employer. It requires the employer to meet specific salary and insurance standards to ensure the applicant's welfare. Holders may eventually transition to permanent residency after four years of continuous employment.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Sweden

Long-Term Resident Status

ValidityIndefinite

ProcessingVaries

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Sweden

EU Blue Card

Validity4 years

Processing1-3 months

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Concrete job offer from an employer in Sweden

Salary must meet at least 90% of the Swedish median wage (SEK 33,390 per month as of June 1, 2026)

Employment conditions must align with Swedish collective agreements or industry standards

Employer must provide specific insurances (health, life, occupational injury, and pension)

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

400,680 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Proof of insurance coverage

Employer's offer details

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Path to permanent residency
Family reunification allowed
Access to Swedish social benefits

Worth Knowing

Strict salary requirements
Dependent on employer sponsorship
Processing times can be unpredictable
Salary below 90% of median wage
Incomplete insurance coverage
Job offer not meeting industry standards

Application Process

Receive job offer

Employer initiates application

Submit application via portal

Biometrics and interview if required

Decision notification

Application Forms

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Overview

Sweden Work Permit (Arbetstillstånd)

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Concrete job offer from an employer in Sweden

Salary must meet at least 90% of the Swedish median wage (SEK 33,390 per month as of June 1, 2026)

Employment conditions must align with Swedish collective agreements or industry standards

Employer must provide specific insurances (health, life, occupational injury, and pension)

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

400,680 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Proof of insurance coverage

Employer's offer details

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Path to permanent residency
Family reunification allowed
Access to Swedish social benefits

Worth Knowing

Strict salary requirements
Dependent on employer sponsorship
Processing times can be unpredictable
Salary below 90% of median wage
Incomplete insurance coverage
Job offer not meeting industry standards