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Working Holiday Visa
VisasSwedenWorking Holiday Visa
SwedenSweden•Europe
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Working Holiday Visa

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 months

Estimated Cost

SEK 1,500 SEK

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Year-long work authorization for ages 18–30 from partner countries, enabling cultural exchange and flexible employment.

The Working Holiday visa is a cultural exchange program for young adults aged 18–30 from qualifying partner countries. It enables participants to live and work in Sweden for up to one year while gaining international experience. The visa does not require a pre-arranged job offer and does not lead to permanent residency.

The application fee is SEK 1,500, with processing taking approximately 3 months for complete applications. Applicants must demonstrate SEK 15,000 in available funds and comprehensive health insurance. The permit grants unrestricted work authorization for any employer.

This visa is ideal for young adults seeking a year-long experience in Sweden to develop international skills and work across diverse sectors.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Eligible Nationalities (6)

AustraliaAustraliaCanadaCanadaHong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR ChinaJapanJapanNew ZealandNew ZealandSouth KoreaSouth Korea

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Aged 18–30

Citizen of a partner country

Proof of sufficient funds (SEK 15,000)

Return ticket or funds for one

Comprehensive health insurance

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

15,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Proof of funds

Health insurance policy

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • One year work authorization with freedom to change employers at any time
  • Quick processing for complete applications (typically resolved in 75th percentile of 90 days)
  • Low application fee of SEK 1,500 with no additional family fees
  • Open to nationals of six partner countries: Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea
  • Unrestricted work rights across any sector without employer sponsorship required
  • Modest SEK 15,000 minimum funds requirement (approximately 1,300 USD equivalent)

Worth Knowing

  • Strictly limited to applicants aged 18-30; no exceptions for those outside this range
  • One-time, non-renewable permit; cannot extend stay beyond the initial year
  • Partner country citizenship requirement restricts access; only six nationalities qualifying
  • Non-pathway visa—does not lead to permanent residency or settlement rights
  • Limited to nationals of Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea only

Application Process

1

Verify qualification

2

Submit application via portal

3

Pay fee

4

Receive decision

Application Forms

Application for a working holiday visa for young people (Form 155011)Fill online

Verified Claims (6)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Forms
Application for a working holiday visa for young people (Form 155011)
migrationsverket.se
Official Info
https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/you-want-to-apply/work/temporary-work-in-sweden/working-holiday-v…
migrationsverket.se
Max Age
30
migrationsverket.se
Min Age
18
migrationsverket.se
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":90,"maxDays":90}
migrationsverket.se
Processing Time
3 months (75th percentile for complete applications)
migrationsverket.se
Official Information

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