How can I move my family to Sweden?

If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU and want to move to a family member in Sweden, you need a residence permit. In exceptional cases it is possible to get a residence permit to move to a family member in Sweden who is not already, or is not going to be, your husband, wife or cohabiting partner.

What are the legal requirements to move to Sweden?

All foreign nationals – including U.S. citizens – who plan to move to Sweden or stay in Sweden for more than 90 days need to obtain a residence permit before entering the country.

Can English people move to Sweden?

From 1 January 2021, British citizens will be able to travel to Sweden and other Schengen area countries for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa for purposes such as tourism, business meetings and conferences, as well as short study courses. This is a rolling 180-day period.

Can you move to Sweden without a job?

Visas & Work Permits EU/EEA residents have a right to residence in Sweden and do not need permission to live and work in the country. Likewise, EU/EEA residents can also move to Sweden without a job and spend a few months job searching.

How do Swedish parents raise their child?

Both parents are expected to actively take part in raising children. This includes taking time off from work to take care of a sick child (VAB) or to go on paid parental leave. Parents can share days or transfer them to each other.

How long does it take to get permanent residency in Sweden?

five years
To get permanent residency in Sweden, you must have been living in the country continuously for five years. EU citizens will be granted this residency at the end of the five years, even if some of that time was spent being unemployed.

What social services are available in Sweden?

The major ones are: “Barnbidrag”: Monetary support for children up to 16 (support also available for older students) “Föräldrapenning”: Benefits to be able to be home from work to take care of their children for up to 480 days per child. It also includes special benefits to care about sick and disabled children.

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.

Can I move to Sweden without a job?

EU/EEA residents have a right to residence in Sweden and do not need permission to live and work in the country. Likewise, EU/EEA residents can also move to Sweden without a job and spend a few months job searching. For non-EU/EEA residents moving to Sweden, the main visa requirement is to have a job offer before entering the country.

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.