The processing time for a Sweden Residence Permit depends on the type of permit, your country of application, and whether all documents are complete. On average, work and study permits may take a few weeks to several months, while family reunification permits often take longer.
The Swedish Migration Agency provides a “Check Waiting Times” tool where you can see the current median processing time based on decisions made in the past 12 months. Applying online with all required documents usually speeds up the process compared to paper applications.