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Residence Permit for Mobility Studies
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Residence Permit for Mobility Studies

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 months

Estimated Cost

SEK kr 2,250

Stay Duration

Duration of study programme

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Study permit for international mobility programme students allowing up to 15 hours/week work during semesters and unlimited work in summer.

This permit facilitates international students in mobility degree programmes at Swedish institutions. Applicants must be admitted full-time with comprehensive health insurance and demonstrate SEK 10,656 monthly financial support.

Work authorization is limited to 15 hours/week during semesters (bachelor's/master's, permits from 11 June 2026 onwards); unlimited during June–August and for education/research work at the institution. Initial processing takes roughly 2 months (75th percentile); extensions take up to 6 months. Fees: SEK 1,500 (adults) / SEK 750 (children). The permit is renewable for the study duration.

This visa is ideal for undergraduate and master's-level students in international mobility programmes who combine study with part-time work in Sweden.

Cost Breakdown

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

Stay & Extensions

Status typeTied to program duration

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Admission to full-time studies

Proof of paid tuition fees

Comprehensive health insurance

Proof of sufficient financial support (SEK 10,656/month for 2026)

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Min. Income

127,872 SEK/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Passport

Letter of admission

Proof of funds

Insurance documents

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Short 60-day processing time for first-time applications
  • Allows up to 15 hours/week work during semesters (bachelor's/master's level)
  • Unlimited work in June, July, August and for education/research work
  • Spouse can work without restrictions during your studies
  • Renewable permit enabling extended study periods in Sweden
  • Family members can apply for reunification visas
  • No job offer required — flexible to focus on academics

Worth Knowing

  • Work hour limits to 15/week during semester may restrict employment flexibility
  • Extension renewals can take up to 6 months (75th percentile) — significant wait
  • Requires proof of sufficient financial support (SEK 10,656/month for 2026)
  • Does not count toward permanent residency — temporary status only
  • Work restrictions may not suit students needing substantial income during studies

Application Process

1

Receive admission letter

2

Prepare financial proof

3

Submit application online

4

Pay fee

5

Provide biometrics

Application Forms

Migrationsverket Online ApplicationFill online

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