Last updated 2025-05-16
Long-term visa, Sweden national visa for residence
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Issued to applicants who have been admitted to full-time doctoral studies in Sweden. The applicant must be able to support themselves and any accompanying family members financially. The applicant can work with teaching, research or administration (up to 20% of full-time). An industrial doctoral student can work more than 20% of full-time under certain conditions.
The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.
from 1 year to 4 years
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.
The temporary residence permit allows entry and stay in Sweden for more than 1 year. The Swedish Migration Agency decides the length of stay based on evidence provided. Citizens of countries that require an entry visa must collect a temporary residence permit card at the embassy and travel with it and a passport; visa-free nationals can enter with a passport and decision copy, but obliged to visit the Swedish Migration Agency upon arrival.
4 years
Length of stay
The maximum duration for which one is permitted to stay in the country continuously from the date of entry.
Is granted for a maximum of 4 years, but not for longer than the studies are supposed to last. If the applicant is granted a residence permit for more than 1 year, they should register in Sweden’s population register and get a Swedish personal identity number.
4 years
Extension of stay
The extension of the maximum duration of stay in the country initially permitted by the visa, subject to approval by the immigration authorities. This is typically processed within the country without the need for departure.
Extension of a student residence permit in Sweden is possible for as long as the studies continue. The duration of the extension is determined by the Swedish Migration Agency upon application, based on the remaining period of the study programme.
multiple-entry
The ability to enter and exit the country an unlimited number of times, unless otherwise specified, within the visa's validity period.
Number of entries
A parameter specifying the number of times the visa holder can enter the country during its validity period. Visas can be single-entry, multiple-entry, or with a specified number of entries.
4 months
Processing time
The period during which the immigration authorities review the application and make a decision regarding the issuance of the visa. Only business days are counted, excluding weekends and public holidays.
The waiting time is approximate and is based on the time frame for reviewing similar applications over the past 12 months.The length of the review is affected by both the workload of the migration service and the need for additional verification of documents or an incomplete package of documents provided by the applicant.
€140 - for adults
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.
The following people pay no fee to apply for study residence permit: -students at the World Maritime University (WMU) in Malmö; -Japanese citizens; -students who have received a scholarship for studies in Sweden from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the EU, the Swedish Institute, or Uppsala University’s International Science Programme. The scholarship must be intended to be used for living expenses and not just cover tuition fees. The scholarship must be paid out during the period for which the applicant is applying for a residence permit. The exception does not apply if the applicant receives a salary, for example if they are employed as a doctoral student. The consular fee is the official charge for processing a visa and a residence permit application at the embassy, consulate or immigration office in Sweden and does not include additional charges that may be incurred depending on where and how the application is submitted, such as fees at visa centers, costs of permits or documents, postage or courier services, etc.
A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.
The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.
Passport
Issued less than 10 years ago, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least three months and with at least two blank pages.
Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.
Health insurance
Documents showing that the applicant has or has applied for comprehensive health insurance. If the applicant has been admitted to studies for less than 1 year and not listed in Sweden’s population register.
Admission letter
Admission decision from the higher education institution stating that the applicant has been finally admitted to full-time doctoral studies, as well as that they will be studying on site in Sweden.
Supplementary certificate of doctoral studies
A certificate of enrolment issued by the higher education institution.
Proof of financial means
Different certificates depending on how the applicant will be supporting themselves financially: bank statement, scholarship, sponsorship letter, salary proof, doctoral grant.
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
Current immigration or residence status
National passport or ID card; residence permit or other document confirming the right to legally reside in the country of residence, if it differs from the one stated in the applicant's passport.
Documents for minor children
Birth certificate, adoption certificate, or guardianship certificate evidencing parental or guardianship rights; certified power of attorney or permission from parents or legal guardians for minors traveling abroad.
Power of attorney
A representative can apply, if the applicant grants them power of attorney. In that case, the person who applies must attach a copy of the power of attorney to the application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
The minimum criteria that each visa applicant must meet. If these criteria are not met, justifications and convincing evidence of intent to visit the country must be provided.
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
The characteristics of a visa according to its classification by types, categories, and visit purposes. These are selected by the applicant during the application process, typically indicated on the visa application form and reflected in corresponding annotations on the visa itself.
Type of visa
The primary purpose of the visa and the conditions under which it is issued. This typically includes several general categories of visas and/or visit purposes based on the type of activity or reasons for entering the country.
Temporary residence permit
Category
The classification within a visa type that specifies more specific conditions, characteristics of obtaining, and using the visa. Categories may vary in terms of duration, stay conditions, and the rights granted by the visa.
Study
Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.
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The main categories of individuals for whom the visa is intended and who it is best suited for.
Student
