Sweden Job Seeker Visa (4-Month Validity)
Sweden offers a 4-month job seeker visa, allowing professionals to enter the country and search for employment. Once a job is secured, applicants can transition to a two-year work permit, leading to long-term residency and eventual citizenship.
Key Facts About Sweden
- Passport Strength: Ranked 6th globally.
- Education System: Ranked 3rd in the world.
- Healthcare System: Ranked 1st worldwide.
- Safety Ranking: 3rd globally.
- Minimum Wage: 28,500 SEK per month.
- Cost of Living: Does not exceed 10,409 SEK per month.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Sweden Job Seeker Visa, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Age Limit: Must be 45 years or younger.
- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree required.
- Work Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience.
- Financial Requirement: A bank balance between $4,000 and $12,000 (or equivalent in any currency), depending on the intended job search duration.
Visa Process & Work Transition
- The Job Seeker Visa allows individuals to stay in Sweden for 4 months.
- After securing employment, a two-year work permit is granted.
- The work permit can be renewed for another two years.
- After 5 years of continuous residence, applicants become eligible for permanent residency and citizenship.
Required Documents
- Birth Certificate.
- Master’s Degree Certificate.
- Proof of Work Experience (minimum 5 years).
- Bank Account Statement (provided after scheduling an embassy appointment).
Additional Supporting Documents (Provided by the Employer or Agency)
To strengthen the application, additional documents may include:
- Motivation Letter.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Cover Letter & File Summary.
- Certified Copies of Educational Certificates.
- Employer Approval (IEFP).
- Travel Insurance (e.g., AXA).
Complete Service Package
- Submission, translation, and documentation of all required paperwork.
- Assistance with job applications in Sweden.
- Language course to facilitate faster adaptation.
- Guidance for visa transition, work permit renewal, and family reunification after 6 months.
- Support for obtaining permanent residence and citizenship.
Processing Time: 4 to 6 months.
Exclusions: Flight tickets and accommodation are not included.