First- or second-cycle studies
You want to extend your residence permit for first- or second-cycle studies. You can apply for an extension of any family member’s residence permit at the same time.
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You want to extend your residence permit to study in Sweden, or your permit as a family member of someone who is studying.
Residence permits for mobility studies
You have a residence permit for mobility studies in Sweden and intend to continue studying in an EU programme or multilateral programme, and want to extend your residence permit.
Doctoral studies
You want to extend your residence permit for doctoral studies. You can apply for an extension of any family member’s residence permit at the same time.
Contract or specialisation education
You want to extend your residence permit for contract or specialisation education. You can apply for an extension of any family member’s residence permit at the same time.
Other studies and exchange studies at upper secondary school
You want to extend your residence permit for other studies or exchange studies at upper secondary school.
Look for work after completing your studies in Sweden
You have completed your higher education studies in Sweden and want to apply for a residence permit to look for work or investigate the possibilities of starting your own business here.
News
2025-03-06
Changes for those residing in Cyprus who wish to apply for residence and work permit
From 17 March 2025 the Swedish embassy in Nicosia will no longer handle migration matters. If you are a citizen of Cyprus, you should instead contact the Swedish embassy in Athens, Greece. The same applies for non-Cypriot legal residents of Cyprus.
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.
2025-02-07
Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania are now part of the Schengen area. Legal residents of these countries shall, from 24 February 2025 turn to one of the five Schengen hubs for migration related matters.
2025-02-07
As from 10 March, 2025, the embassy in Sarajevo will no longer handle migration related matters. Instead, you should turn to the Swedish embassy in Skopje, North Macedonia.