Can I travel in EU with Swedish residence permit?

You may travel in and out of the country when you have a permanent residence permit, but you must have a valid passport to leave Sweden, and your residence permit card to return. Your application must be received by the Swedish Migration Agency at the latest one week before you move to another country.

Can I work in Germany with Swedish residence permit?

If you are from the EU/EEA, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Iceland you do not need a work visa to enter Germany for employment purposes. You just have to register your residence once you arrive in Germany, using a passport or valid ID.

Can spouse work on dependent visa in Sweden?

In short, yes. They can work in Sweden without much restrictions. Dependent visa/permit holders have the best benefits of all the permits in Sweden.

Can I change my visa status in Sweden?

If you have already received a decision from the Swedish Migration Agency, no changes can be made. You can instead request that the permit be revoked and then re-apply at a later date.

Can you lose permanent residence Sweden?

Your permanent residence permit is valid for as long as you are resident in Sweden. Please note that you may lose your long-term resident status in Sweden if you are away from the country for six years.

How long does a Swedish residence permit last?

You will receive a new residence permit card every time you are granted a new or extended residence permit. The card is valid for the same period as the permit, but never for more than five years. When you need a new residence permit card you have to be photographed and have your fingerprints taken again.

Can my permanent residence be revoked?

Failure to Establish a Permanent Residence, or Abandonment of Permanent Residence – Green Card holders must maintain residency in the United States, so if a permanent resident remains outside of U.S. territory for 180 days or more, their Green Card will be revoked.

How can I move my spouse to Sweden?

If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU and want to move to a family member in Sweden, you will need a residence permit. You may be granted a residence permit if you are married, have entered into a partnership, or have been cohabiting with someone who now lives in Sweden.

Is residence permit the same as work permit?

Citizens of other countries must apply for a residence permit and work permit from the Directorate of Immigration.

What is residence status in Sweden?

For you to be able to get residence status, it is required that you lived in Sweden with a right of residence, in conjunction with receiving the residence permit in Sweden or the Swedish citizenship, and that you also continue to fulfil the requirements for a right of residence.

What’s the difference between being a resident and a citizen in Sweden?

As a resident, you’ll get a personal identity number or personnummer which gives you access to many services such as subsidised healthcare. But after living in Sweden long term, you may become eligible for permanent residence and/or Swedish citizenship.

Can a family member get a work permit in Sweden?

If the permit is valid for more than six months, you can get a work permit. If you are a family member of someone who has been granted a permanent residence permit in Sweden after four years of doctoral studies, you can get a permanent residence permit if you meet the requirements for one. Swedish (svenska)

How to become a permanent resident of Sweden?

You may be granted a residence permit if you are married, have entered into a partnership, or have been cohabiting with someone who now lives in Sweden. The family member in Sweden must be a Swedish citizen, have a permanent residence permit, a right of permanent residence, or a permanent residence card.

Can a cohabiting partner get a Swedish residence permit?

Spouses, registered partners or cohabiting partners. You are entitled to receive a residence permit if you are married to, have entered into a registered partnership with, or are the cohabiting partner of someone who lives in Sweden. Your partner should register your marriage or partnership with the Swedish Tax Agency.

How to move to a family member in Sweden?

Resi­dence permit to move to a spouse, regis­tered partner or coha­bi­ting partner in Sweden If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU and want to move to a family member in Sweden, you will need a residence permit.