Last updated 2026-04-27
Work visa to Sweden for Australian citizens
Long-term visa, Sweden national visa for residence
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, business
, work
, other
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Allows long-term residence to individuals from outside the EU/EEA who intend to work or conduct business in Sweden, either as employees, self-employed persons, researchers, interns, or in specialized fields such as sports, arts, or shipping. Applicants must have a valid job offer or business plan, meet professional and financial requirements, and provide a signed contract and insurance.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 year to 4 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
€140 (~$164) - €200 (~$235)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Standard employment visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€200 (~$235)
Self-employed visa
Eligible individuals
Businessman, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€180 (~$211)
Student employment visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€200 (~$235)
ICT visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 3 years
Duration of stay:
3 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€180 (~$211)
Researcher visa
Eligible individuals
Researcher
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 4 years
Duration of stay:
4 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$164)
Athlete or coach visa
Eligible individuals
Athlete, coach
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$164)
Labour shortage visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€200 (~$235)
Artist visa
Eligible individuals
Artist, worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€140 (~$164)
Seaman visa
Eligible individuals
Seafarer, worker, professional
Visa validity period:
from 1 year to 2 years
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€200 (~$235)