Long-term resident in another EU country
If you have long-term resident status in an EU country, you can move to Sweden to work, study or live on your own funds, such as a pension from your country of origin. If you plan to stay longer than three months, you will need a residence permit.
Residence permit requirements for someone with long-term resident status in the EU
To be granted a residence permit, you must
- have a valid passport or travel document proving your identity
- have long-term resident status in the EU country in which you previously lived and have been granted the special residence permit known as an EC/EU residence permit for long-term residents
- be an employee or self-employed person in Sweden, or be able to support yourself as a student, with your pension, or with other sufficient funds.