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Waiting times

It is not possible to say exactly how long you will need to wait for a decision, as the processing time is affected by many different factors. Here you can see statistics on the average waiting time for different types of applications we have received in the past.

To view statistics on waiting times, select the heading that matches the permit for which you have applied. The statistics are based on cases decided in the last 12 months. You cannot get more information about the expected waiting time in your case by calling, e-mailing or visiting the Swedish Migration Agency.

First time applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Live with a partner
18
Children who will live with a parent
21
Children born in Sweden
15
Adopted children
12
Parents of unaccompanied minors
25
Parents of children living in Sweden
25
Adults who want to live with another relative
20
Children who will be living with a relative who is not their parent
27
Other ties to Sweden
19

Extension applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Live with a partner
8
Children who will live with a parent
*
Children born in Sweden
*
Adopted children
*
Parents of unaccompanied minors
*
Parents of children living in Sweden
*
Adults who want to live with another relative
*
Children who will be living with a relative who is not their parent
*
Other ties to Sweden
*
* The number of decided cases is too small for us to show the waiting time.

First time applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Complete applications, months
Incomplete applications, months
Employees
2
8
Self-employed people
24
24
Family of an employee or self-employed person who apply afterwards
3
13
Students who have found work
3
11
EU Blue Card
1
1
ICT permits
2
3
Researchers
2
3
Athletes and coaches
1
2
Apply for a work permit after visiting an employer
*
*
Artists
2
1
Au pairs
4
5
Seasonal workers
3
4
Berry pickers
*
4
Working holiday visa for young people
5
6
Traineeships/internships within the context of higher education
4
6
Traineeships/internships conducted via an international exchange programme
4
6
Look for work or start a business
12
11
Look for work after completing research
1
3
* The number of decided cases is too small for us to show the waiting time.

Extension applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Complete applications, months
Incomplete applications, months
Employees
1
6
Self-employed people
15
23
Family of an employee or self-employed person who apply afterwards
1
16
EU Blue Card
1
2
ICT permits
2
3
Researchers
1
3
Athletes and coaches
1
2
Artists
2
*
Seasonal workers
*
*
Traineeships/internships conducted via an international exchange programme
3
*
* The number of decided cases is too small for us to show the waiting time.

First time applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
First- or second-cycle studies
2
Studies in a mobility programme
3
Doctoral studies
4
Contract or specialisation education
*
Other studies and exchange studies at upper secondary school
3
Family who want to apply afterwards – study
4
Look for work after completing your studies in Sweden
5
* The number of decided cases is too small for us to show the waiting time.

Extension applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
First- or second-cycle studies
5
Studies in a mobility programme
6
Doctoral studies
7
Permanent residence permits for doctoral students
8
Contract or specialisation education
*
Other studies and exchange studies at upper secondary school
8
Family who want to apply afterwards – study
6
* The number of decided cases is too small for us to show the waiting time.

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Alien’s passports
6
Emergency alien’s passports
3
Travel documents
6

First time applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Family of EU/EEA citizens
7
Long-term residents in Sweden
8
Long-term residents of another EU country
14
Family of long-term residents in another EU country
21
Swiss citizens
5

Extension applications

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Permanent right of residence
9
Permanent residence card
7
Long-term residents of another EU country
11
Family of long-term residents in another EU country
14

75% of recently decided cases have been decided within the time specified in the table.

The application is valid
Months
Citizenship for adults
23
Citizenship for children through notification
6
Citizenship for people aged 18 to 21
3
Citizenship for people aged 18 to 22
10
Citizenship for stateless children born in Sweden
7
Citizenship for Nordic citizens
1
Citizenship for children with a Swedish parent
10
Children with a Swedish father who were born abroad before 1 April 2015
9

The Swedish Migration Agency is responsible for considering applications from people who want to live in Sweden, seek protection or become Swedish citizens. Our work is based on Swedish laws and international conventions, with a focus on legal certainty and effective reception and return.