Work permit (incl. EU Blue Card) (Arbetstillstånd)
Changes or availability under review — New 90%-of-median salary floor from 1 Jun 2026; applies to all extensions from 2 Dec 2026
Work permit (incl. EU Blue Card) is a residence route in Sweden (İstihdam). Job offer on collective-agreement terms; since 1 Jun 2026 salary ≥90% of median (SEK 33,390/month; ~20 occupations 75%); health insurance for permits ≤1 yr. Blue Card up to 4 yrs. Fee ≈SEK 2,200 + family SEK 1,500/750.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 34'260. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income; expert tax (expertskatt): 25% of pay exempt for up to 7 yrs for qualifying high-earning recruits.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | İstihdam |
|---|---|
| Yatırım | — |
| Harçlar (aile) | CHF 380 |
| Gelir / yıl | CHF 34'260 |
| Varlıklar | — |
| Asg. kalış | — |
| Daimi oturum | 5 |
| Vatandaşlık | 8 |
| Çalışma | yes |
| Uygunluk | Non-EU/EEA/CH nationals with Swedish job offer |
| Vergi | Worldwide income; expert tax (expertskatt): 25% of pay exempt for up to 7 yrs for qualifying high-earning recruits. |
| Tarih | 2026-10 |
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