Employers
EU citizens do not need a work permit in order to work in Sweden. However, a work permit may be required if you are going to employ a citizen of a non-EU country.
News
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Application process for berry pickers starts now
Due to possible upcoming legislative changes and continued stricter reviews of work permits for berry pickers, the Swedish Migration Agency is starting the application process earlier than usual.
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Digital passport check now available for children
Thanks to a new function in the Freja app, passports of applicants with children under five can now be checked digitally.
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Higher median salary
The median salary is the basis for the maintenance requirement for those applying for a work permit in Sweden. Statistics Sweden has announced that the median salary has changed to SEK 35 600.
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Visa-exempt workers can have their passports checked without visiting the Swedish embassy
At the end of May, the Swedish Migration Agency will be launching a pilot for digital passport check. The new e-service will make the application process easier for students and workers from 22 visa-exempt countries and territories.