Guide doktorand och forskare EN

There are different types of residence permits for doctoral students and researchers to apply for, and it is important to get it right from the start. Select the alternatives that apply to you to find out whether you must apply for a residence permit for research, work or doctoral studies, or for a visitor’s residence permit.

Guide for doctoral students and researchers

Are you admitted to doctoral studies in Sweden?

The Swedish Migration Agency is responsible for considering applications from people who want to live in Sweden, seek protection or become Swedish citizens. Our work is based on Swedish laws and international conventions, with a focus on legal certainty and effective reception and return.