Sweden · Skilled Worker Visa

Work Permit (Employed)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-24 · Our methodology
5.8/10 diff
Challenging

Min salary SEK 33,390/mês (90% of Swedish median, in force since 1-Jun-2026) · Comprehensive health insurance required f…

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Min salary SEK 33,390/mês (90% of Swedish median, in force since 1-Jun-2026) · Comprehensive health insurance required for stays ≤1yr

At a Glance

Visa Duration
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Stockholm
Single (monthly)€2,578
Family (monthly)€4,650
Rent 1BR (center)€1,403
Groceries€644
Transport pass€155
Gothenburg
Single (monthly)€1,938
Family (monthly)€3,700
Rent 1BR (center)€1,056
Groceries€484
Transport pass€116
Malmö
Single (monthly)€1,707
Family (monthly)€3,350
Rent 1BR (center)€880
Groceries€427
Transport pass€102
Malmo
Single (monthly)€1,763
Family (monthly)€3,315
Rent 1BR (center)€670
Groceries€441
Transport pass€106

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Work Permit (Employed)?

Min salary SEK 33,390/mês (90% of Swedish median, in force since 1-Jun-2026) · Comprehensive health insurance required for stays ≤1yr

Can the Work Permit (Employed) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Sweden?

Yes. Sweden offers 19 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Sweden country page.

What is the cost of living in Sweden?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Stockholm: €2,578/mo; Gothenburg: €1,938/mo; Malmö: €1,707/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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