🇸🇪 Sweden · Skilled independent
Look for work — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,184 |
| Proof of savings | €1,192 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Education | masters |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–100 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €201 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 9 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/look-for-work/look-for-work-or-start-a-business.html.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,184.
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.
“You must have completed studies corresponding to a second-cycle qualification. For a degree to count as a second-cycle qualification, it must correspond to either a 60-credit Master's degree, a 120-credit Master's degree, a professional degree worth 60-330 credits, or a postgraduate/PhD-level degree.”
“You must have comprehensive health insurance valid for care 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 2026-06-25.