Live with a partner, child, or other relative
You want to live with a partner, parent, your child, or another relative who lives in Sweden.
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You want to apply for a residence permit to live with a partner, parent, or other relative, or because you have other ties Sweden.
Residence permits for children
You want to apply for a residence permit for a child who will live with a parent or other relative, or who was born in or adopted to Sweden.
Accompanying family members – work permits
You want to apply for a residence permit as a family member of someone with a residence permit to work or run their own business in Sweden.
Accompanying family members – students
You want to apply for a residence permit as a family member of someone with a residence permit to study in Sweden.
Other ties to Sweden
You have previously held a permanent residence permit in Sweden or have Swedish ancestry and want to move to Sweden.
News
2026-09-24
The Swedish Migration Agency has a new logo. On 24 September, the new logo will replace the old logo on the Agency’s website. The new logo will be rolled out gradually across all digital services and communications.
2026-09-21
Russian non-biometric passports will no longer be recognised from 1 October
As of 1 October 2026, Swedish authorities will no longer recognise ordinary non-biometric passports issued by the Russian Federation. If you hold such a passport, you may therefore need to apply for a new passport.
2026-09-10
New rules for immigration due to family ties from 1 October
From 1 October 2026, new rules for immigration due to family ties will apply. This will affect you if you are a reference person in Sweden or if you are applying for, or want to extend, a residence permit to live with a family member in Sweden.
2026-07-13
New requirements regarding good conduct (vandel) for residence permits
From 13 July, stricter requirements regarding good conduct will apply to those applying for a residence permit in Sweden, for example on the grounds of employment or to live with someone.
2026-04-13
Easier to renew your permanent residence permit card
It will now be easier to renew your permanent residence permit card. You will automatically receive information and a request to book an appointment via My page well in advance of your current card expiring.