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Rank #26
Sweden

Sweden

LocationNorthern Europe • UTC+2 • Europe/Stockholm
Monthly Cost
$1,812
-17% vs USA
Internet
246 Mbps
Mobile Avg

Work Permit

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For skilled professionals who have a job offer from a Swedish employer. Allows residence and work in Sweden.

Min. Income

SEK 13,000/month

Per Applicant

Min. Income

Processing

1–3 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

2 Years

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

5 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkJob offer from a Swedish employer
  • CheckmarkSalary at market rate
  • CheckmarkValid passport

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkEmployment contract
  • CheckmarkPassport copy
  • CheckmarkProof of qualifications
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Residents are taxed on worldwide income with progressive rates. Non-residents are taxed only on Swedish-source income.

Physical Presence

Must spend at least 183 days per year in Sweden to maintain residency.

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Advantages

  • Access to Swedish labor market
  • Path to permanent residency
  • High quality of life
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Disadvantages

  • High tax rates
  • Language barrier
  • Strict eligibility criteria

Compare with

DenmarkWork Permit
GermanyEU Blue Card
NetherlandsHighly Skilled Migrant