🇸🇪 Sweden · Family
Family of an employee or self-employed person who apply afterwards — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €939 |
| Minimum annual salary | €18,211 |
| Age range | None–21 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €137 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/family-of-an-employee-or-self-employed-person-who-apply-afterwards.html.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €939.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The family member in Sweden must be able to support you financially ... subject to a maintenance requirement. For 2025, the amount they must have left after paying their rent is: SEK 6,243 for a single adult; SEK 10,314 for cohabiting spouses or cohabiting partners; SEK 3,336 for children 0–6 ... (montante que deve sobrar APÓS a renda, por agregado).”
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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 2026-06-23.