Sweden•Europe4–5 months
SEK kr 1,500
Varies by filing options
1 year
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Cultural exchange residency for young adults aged 18-30 to live with host families and learn Swedish for up to 1 year.
The residence permit for au pairs in Sweden facilitates cultural exchange for young adults aged 18–30 assisting host families with childcare and household duties. This permit enables integration into Swedish society through an immersive, family-based arrangement with a formal au pair agreement and mandatory Swedish language course enrollment.
The permit grants a maximum one-year stay and is non-renewable, requiring a 1,500 SEK application fee. Processing takes 4–5 months (75% of cases). Work is restricted to the host family; participants cannot seek outside employment. The arrangement includes accommodation, board, and a monthly stipend from the host family.
This visa is ideal for young adults aged 18–30 interested in cultural immersion and Swedish language acquisition through family-based childcare work.
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Valid passport
Age between 18 and 30 years old
Written au pair agreement with a host family in Sweden
Proof of enrollment in a Swedish language course
Comprehensive health insurance policy
Min. Income
71,040 EUR/yr
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