Time to a decision
How long does it take to get a decision from the Swedish Migration Agency? Answer a few questions to find out how long it usually takes and what will happen to your application.
The result will show how long it has taken for people with similar applications to get a decision.
When will I receive a decision?
The Swedish Migration Agency cannot say exactly when you will receive your decision. All applications are different and take a different amount of time. You cannot get more information about waiting times in your case by calling, emailing or visiting the Migration Agency.
Note that no time is shown for those who have applied for asylum.
Waiting times for work permits
Workers in highly skilled professions (does not apply to employees in industries requiring investigation), employees with an EU Blue Card or ICT permit, and researchers normally have their cases resolved within 30 days, if the case is complete. If the case needs to be supplemented or investigated, the goal is to decide the case within four months.
Waiting times for a Swedish authority abroad (embassy, consulate or equivalent)
The waiting time for conducting an investigation at an embassy or consulate-general is a part of the total waiting time. Therefore, if you are going to visit a Swedish authority abroad that has a long waiting time, it may take longer until you get your decision.