You have long-term resident status in Sweden and want to renew your EC/EU residence permit card.
When your current EC/EU residence permit card expires, you must make an appointment to renew your card. During the visit, you will be photographed and fingerprinted for a new card. Bring a valid identification document and your card with you to the appointment.
2026-06-25
Long-term residents are granted a five-year residence permit
Following legislative changes on 12 July, those who are granted long-term resident status in Sweden will no longer be issued with a permanent residence permit. Instead, you will be issued with a five-year residence permit.
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.