Sweden•EuropeWorking Holiday Visa
At a Glance
3 months
SEK kr 1,500
1 year
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
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 grant | 1 year |
Eligible Nationalities (6)
Australia
Canada
Hong Kong SAR China
Japan
New Zealand
South KoreaRequirements
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 SEK
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
Verify qualification
Submit application via portal
Pay fee
Receive decision
Application Forms
| Application for a working holiday visa for young people (Form 155011) | Fill online |
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