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Post-Study Work Visa in Sweden
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. After that: work permit with a job offer.
- Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
- Work permit with a job offer
- Program selection
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Post-Study Work Visa in Sweden
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. After that: work permit with a job offer.
Official sources: Swedish Migration Agency
Sweden at a glance
- Work during study
- No fixed weekly limit while studying, but studies must come first
- Minimum pay
- No statutory minimum wage — collective agreements set pay
- After graduation
- Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
- Longer term
- Work permit with a job offer; Permanent residence after qualifying years
Route
After graduation
Plan
Planning for work after your degree
- 01
Choose an eligible program
Check the program length and type qualify for post-study work before you enrol.
- 02
Build experience
No fixed weekly limit while studying, but studies must come first
- 03
Apply on time
Apply for the post-study permission before your student status ends.
- 04
Move to a work route
Work permit with a job offer
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No fixed weekly limit while studying, but studies must come first
No statutory minimum wage — collective agreements set pay
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
Possible routes: Residence permit to look for work (up to 12 months), Work permit with a job offer and Permanent residence after qualifying years.
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