Time to a decision – work permit
Here you see an estimate of how long it may take until you get your decision. The estimated time is based on statistics for cases similar to yours and which have recently been decided upon. The estimate is no guarantee or promise that you will receive a decision within the same time. The time is calculated from the day you submit an application to the Swedish Migration Agency or to a Swedish embassy or consulate-general. The times are updated every month.
Occupation | Time to a decision |
|---|---|
Highly qualified occupations not employed in investigation-intensive industries, as well as EU blue cards, ICT licences and researchers. | 30 days if your application is complete. |
Application for work permit for other occupations
The table below presents the time within which 75% of recently closed cases have been decided. Figures show number of months. The table was last updated on 1 October 2024.
Occupation | Complete | None-complete applications, |
|---|---|---|
Performers | 1 | 2 |
Au pair | 4 | 5 |
Seasonal work | 2 | 5 |
After research | 2 | 14 |
Athletes and coaches | 1 | 2 |
Working holiday visa for young people | 4 | 5 |
Trainee | 3 | 6 |
Berry pickers | 3 | 3 |
Other work permits | 12 | 15 |
