🇸🇪 Sweden · Artist Entertainer

Athletes and Coaches Work Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-22 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€572
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range18–65

Costs

Application / consular fee€137

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Documents

  • Must have a valid passport
  • Must have offered a salary that, before tax, is at least one third of the price base amount at the time of application
  • Must have health and accident insurance You must have health and accident insurance that corresponds to what is customary in your sport and at your level
  • Must have a power of attorney and attach it to the application
  • Must have able to financially support your family
  • Must have an income that allows you to financially support yourself and your family
  • Must have an income that can cover housing costs and living expenses for yourself and your family members
  • Must have left after paying your rent is
  • Correctly made copies of each family member’s passport
  • Birth record or birth certificate stating the names of the child’s parents

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/athletes-and-coaches.html.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €572.

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

No direct PR path

“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada ao contrato/engajamento/evento; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR=rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: You want to apply for a work permit because you have been awarded a contract with a sports club or sports association in Sweden.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.

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