Employers
EU citizens do not need a work permit in order to work in Sweden. However, a work permit may be required if you are going to employ a citizen of a non-EU country.
News
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How the increased maintenance requirement affects employers who hire workers from outside the EU
The Government has decided to raise the maintenance requirement for applicants for a work permit in Sweden. The new requirement comes into force on 1 November and means that employers must offer a monthly salary of at least SEK 27,360.
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Pop-up passport controls in the USA and Canada will make travelling to Sweden easier for those who do not need a visa
In July 2023, students and work permit applicants, who do not need a visa, can have their passports checked at five different locations in the USA and Canada.
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The e-service to register interest in becoming certified will close 1 June
The Swedish Migration Agency has decided to discontinue the certification system and replace it with a new model that promotes the recruitment of highly qualified workers. The first step in the discontinuation is that the opportunity to become a certified operator will end on 1 June.
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Employers who recruit highly qualified workers will receive better service
The Swedish Migration Agency has decided to establish new international recruitment units that will provide better service to employers recruiting highly qualified workers. This will shorten processing times and contribute to a competitive Sweden.