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Post-study job-search permit
Sweden
Varies by case completeness and current Swedish Migration Agency workload
Not published
Up to 1 year after bachelor's or master's studies; 1 to 18 months after doctoral studies
Requirements
- A valid passport and a current residence permit for higher education in Sweden or eligible EU study mobility completed partly in Sweden
- Completion with passing results of the entire higher-education programme, lasting at least two semesters
- Application submitted before the current study permit expires
- A genuine plan to look for work or investigate starting a business in Sweden
- Financial maintenance of at least SEK 10,656 per month for applications submitted in 2026
- Comprehensive health insurance if the total continuous Swedish permit period will be shorter than one year
Process overview
- 1
Confirm the correct permit
Before applyingUse the linked Swedish Migration Agency page to confirm the route, current fee, nationality rules and document checklist.
- 2
Secure the study, work or training basis
Preparation stageObtain the admission, completed-study evidence, signed employment contract, internship agreement or working-holiday documents required for the route.
- 3
Submit the application
Application stageComplete the e-service or the designated paper process, pay the fee and upload the required passport, finance, insurance and supporting documents.
- 4
Complete identity and residence formalities
Varies by case completeness and current Swedish Migration Agency workloadPresent 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
Applicants must separately document maintenance for the full permit period and health insurance where required. Fees, maintenance amounts, salary thresholds and waiting-time statistics can change; confirm the current figures before applying.
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