The eligibility requirements for a Sweden residence permit are given below:
- General Requirements (apply to all categories):
- Hold a valid passport with sufficient validity.
- Submit a complete application with accurate supporting documents.
- Be able to financially support yourself (and family, if applicable).
- Work Permit Applicants:
- Must have a signed employment contract with a Swedish employer.
- Salary and employment conditions must follow Swedish collective agreements.
- Employer must provide health, life, and social insurance coverage.
- Monthly salary should meet or exceed the official maintenance threshold.
- Student Residence Permit Applicants:
- Must have a confirmed admission to a Swedish university or program.
- Proof of tuition fee payment (if required) before applying.
- Demonstrate financial resources to cover living expenses for the study period.
- Have valid health insurance if not automatically provided by the university.
- Family Residence Permit Applicants:
- Provide proof of family relationship (marriage, partnership, or parent-child).
- The sponsor in Sweden must have adequate housing.
- The sponsor must meet a maintenance requirement with stable income.
- Children must be under the eligible age (generally under 21).