Student Residence Permit
Sweden
Last updated: December 29, 2025
1 year
$164
2-4 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets students from any country study at Swedish universities. You need university acceptance and proof you can pay for living costs. The big advantage: you can work 20 hours per week while studying without a separate work permit. Sweden accepts students from ALL countries equally. No country is banned or restricted.
Key Benefits
- Work 20 hours/week during school without separate permit
- Work full-time during summer and winter breaks
- Bring spouse and children with residence permits
- Free healthcare after 1 year in Sweden
- Travel anywhere in Europe (Schengen area)
- Apply for 12-month job search permit after graduation
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepted to Swedish university program (3+ months minimum)
- Valid passport
- Can afford tuition and living expenses
- No serious criminal record (reviewed case by case)
- No age limit
- No Swedish language required
Financial Requirement
Show you have $13,400/year (SEK 103,140) to live on. Proof needed: Bank statements, scholarship letters, or loan documents in YOUR name. If bringing family: Spouse adds $470/month; Each child adds $281/month.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be good for entire permit period
- University acceptance letterFrom Swedish university or college
- Proof of tuition paymentFirst payment confirmation
- Bank statementShowing enough money for living costs
- Health insuranceRequired if staying less than 1 year
- Passport photos2 photos, white background
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.