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Residence Permit for Athletes and Coaches
VisasSwedenResidence Permit for Athletes and Coaches
SwedenSweden•Europe
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Residence Permit for Athletes and Coaches

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

SEK kr 2,250

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Work permit for professional athletes and coaches at Swedish Sports Confederation-affiliated clubs; up to 2 years, renewable, with family reunification rights.

This permit is designed for professional athletes and coaches with employment contracts at clubs affiliated with the Swedish Sports Confederation. The role must be certified as important to the sport's development, with a salary threshold of at least SEK 235,200 annually. Family members are qualifying for residence permits during the same period.

Permits are renewable and allow up to two years per grant with a pathway to permanent residence. Applicants pay SEK 1,500 (adults) or SEK 750 (children). Processing takes several months. Spouses have unrestricted work rights, and dependents can apply for accompanying permits.

This visa is ideal for professional athletes and coaches seeking temporary work authorization with Swedish Sports Confederation-affiliated clubs.

Cost Breakdown

Adult application feeSEK kr 1,500
Child application feeSEK kr 750
TotalSEK kr 2,250

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant2 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Long-Term Resident Status
Sweden flagSweden

Long-Term Resident Status

Validity5 years
Processing8 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Signed contract with a club/association affiliated with the Swedish Sports Confederation

Certification from the Swedish Sports Confederation regarding the employment's importance

Salary at least 1/3 of the current price base amount

Customary health and accident insurance

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

236,800 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Certification from Swedish Sports Confederation

Proof of insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Up to 2 years renewable residency — can extend with subsequent contract renewals
  • Path to permanent residence after qualifying period with renewable permits
  • Spouse and all family members can work without restrictions in Sweden
  • Fast processing: 75% of complete applications decided within 1 month
  • Modest application fee: SEK 1,500 for adults, SEK 750 for children
  • Japanese citizens exempt from application fees
  • Dual intent permitted — can pursue permanent settlement while employed
  • Maximum child age of 20 — covers teenage children through early adulthood

Worth Knowing

  • Employment must be with club affiliated with Swedish Sports Confederation
  • Minimum annual income requirement of SEK 236,800 is substantial
  • Incomplete applications may take up to 2 months for decision clarity
  • Work authorization restricted to the specific employer or sports club
  • Requires official certification from Swedish Sports Confederation confirming employment importance
  • Annual income below SEK 236,800 disqualifies applicants immediately

Application Process

1

Secure employment contract

2

Obtain certification from Swedish Sports Confederation

3

Submit application via Migrationsverket portal

4

Pay application fee

5

Provide biometrics

Application Forms

Migrationsverket Online ApplicationFill online

Verified Claims (8)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Fees
SEK 1,500 (main applicant and adult family members); SEK 750 (children). Japanese citizens are exemp…
migrationsverket.se
Official Info
https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/employee-or-self-employed/athletes-and-coa…
migrationsverket.se
Max Child Age
20
migrationsverket.se
Max Stay Estimate
type: days, initialDays: 730, notes: Maximum of 2 years at a time, limited by contract and passport …
migrationsverket.se
Min Income
236800
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Official Code
null
migrationsverket.se
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":30,"maxDays":60}
migrationsverket.se
Processing Time
75% of complete applications decided within 1 month; up to 2 months for incomplete applications
migrationsverket.se
Official Information

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