Freedom of movement within the EU
Here you will find information about what applies if you leave Sweden.
Freedom of movement within the EU
You are allowed to leave Sweden and return as long as your residence permit is valid. If you have a residence permit in Sweden, you have the right to travel freely within the EU for up to 90 days during a six-month period.
If you leave Sweden
It is important to notify the Swedish Migration Agency if you are leaving Sweden. It is also important that the Swedish Migration Agency always have your correct contact details.
The right to aid expires on the day you leave Sweden, which means that you are no longer entitled to compensation or accommodation from the Swedish Migration Agency. If you return to Sweden within the period of validity of the residence permit, you are entitled to compensation and accommodation again. If you need help with housing when you return, there is no guarantee that you will be able to stay in the same place where you previously lived.
The Swedish Migration Agency will not revoke your residence permit if you leave Sweden.
The residence permit you receive from the Swedish Migration Agency does not give you the right to live in any country other than Sweden.
