Use our guide to find out which type of residence permit you must apply for when you are a doctoral student or researcher.
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.
2026-05-25
New rules for residence permits for studies in higher education
The Swedish Parliament has decided on new rules for those who have or are going to apply for a residence permit for studies in higher education. The rules mean, among other things, limitations on work alongside your studies, higher requirements for study results, and that you must notify the Swedish Migration Agency of your address.
2026-05-25
New rules for researchers and doctoral students
The Swedish Parliament has decided on new rules for researchers and doctoral students. The rules mean, among other things, that doctoral students with a hosting agreement can receive a residence permit for research, that it will be easier to receive a permanent residence permit, and that you can apply for another permit in Sweden in more situations.