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Work in Sweden

A strong tech ecosystem with transparent work permit process and excellent work-life balance.

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Immigration Programs

Work Permit

Job offer + salary
SEK 27,360/mo (~USD 31K/yr)

Employer-sponsored work permit requiring a job offer with Swedish employment terms and salary at or above the minimum threshold.

Scoring: Binary: job offer + salary SEK 27,360+/mo + standard employment terms.

Key Requirements

Job Offer

Written job offer from a Swedish employer with standard terms and conditions.

Salary

Minimum SEK 27,360/mo (2025). Must be comparable to Swedish collective agreements.

Insurance

Employer must provide health, life, occupational injury, and pension insurance.

Duration

Permit matches contract length, max 2 years initially. Renewable.

Language

No Swedish language requirement for work permit. Swedish helps career growth.

PR Path

After 4 years of work in Sweden, eligible for permanent residence.

Tips to Improve Your Chances

💡 Stockholm is one of Europe's top startup hubs — Spotify, Klarna, King are headquartered here
💡 No Swedish required at work — most tech companies operate in English
💡 The salary threshold is relatively low compared to other EU countries
💡 After 4 years on work permit, you qualify for permanent residence
💡 EU Blue Card option available for higher salaries with faster PR track

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