2025-05-05
You can now apply for a group of seasonal workers
Employers who want to employ seasonal workers in Sweden now have the possibility to apply for work permits for several people at the same time.
You want to employ a Swiss citizen.
A Swiss citizen does not need a work permit to work in Sweden, but must apply for a residence permit if they will be staying here for longer than three months. The person can start working before they have received the decision about their residence permit.
When the employee applies for a residence permit, they need an employment certificate from their employer (you). Use the form:
The employment certificate must be signed by you and may not be more than three months old. The employee must submit the certificate together with their application for a residence permit.
2025-05-05
You can now apply for a group of seasonal workers
Employers who want to employ seasonal workers in Sweden now have the possibility to apply for work permits for several people at the same time.
2025-04-01
The possibility of changing tracks ends on 1 April
On 1 April, the Swedish Parliaments decision to remove the possibility of changing tracks will come into force. This affects people who have been granted, or applied for, a residence permit on the basis of work after their asylum application has been rejected through a so-called change of track.
2025-03-05
The Swedish Migration Agency's new website has now been launched
On 5 March, the Swedish Migration Agency launched a completely new version of migrationsverket.se, with a new structure and a more user-friendly navigation. The purpose of the new website is primarily to make it easier for visitors to find the information they need.
2025-01-07
New EU Blue Card rules now apply
As of 1 January, new requirements and rules apply for anyone who wants to apply for an EU Blue Card and existing Blue Card holders.
2024-12-19
After the end of the year, seasonal workers will need employment contracts
In order to get a permit as a seasonal worker, it is no longer enough to have a job offer in Sweden. Instead, starting 1 January 2025, you will need to have an employment contract signed by both parties.