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Use visa information to verify whether a career path is workable for you. Visa and work rights stay separate from the public CampCareer Score.

6 verified routes

StudyStudy

Higher education study permit

Sweden

Official source
Processing time

75% of recently decided cases within 2 months

Success rate

Not published

Duration

Up to 1 or 2 years depending on the institution, but not beyond the study period or passport validity

Requirements

6 items
  • A valid passport and final admission to full-time first- or second-cycle studies or another eligible post-secondary programme
  • University studies must normally equal 30 credits per semester; distance learning does not qualify as full-time study
  • Any required tuition fee must be paid before the residence-permit application is submitted
  • Financial maintenance of at least SEK 10,656 per month for applications submitted in 2026
  • Comprehensive health insurance for a study period shorter than one year unless the institution provides equivalent cover
  • For bachelor's and master's permits granted on or after 11 June 2026, work is normally limited to 15 hours per week during semesters, with broader rights during June, July and August and specified study-related exceptions

Process overview

Total: 75% of recently decided cases within 2 months
  1. 1

    Confirm the correct permit

    Before applying

    Use the linked Swedish Migration Agency page to confirm the route, current fee, nationality rules and document checklist.

  2. 2

    Secure the study, work or training basis

    Preparation stage

    Obtain the admission, completed-study evidence, signed employment contract, internship agreement or working-holiday documents required for the route.

  3. 3

    Submit the application

    Application stage

    Complete the e-service or the designated paper process, pay the fee and upload the required passport, finance, insurance and supporting documents.

  4. 4

    Complete identity and residence formalities

    75% of recently decided cases within 2 months

    Present your passport and biometrics when requested, wait for the decision, and do not start restricted work before the permit rules allow it.

Cost breakdown

  • Residence-permit application feeSEK 1,500.00
Total listed costSEK 1,500.00

Tuition, insurance, travel and the required living funds are separate from the application fee. Fees, maintenance amounts, salary thresholds and waiting-time statistics can change; confirm the current figures before applying.

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StockholmGothenburgMalmö