Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country
Non-EU citizens with EU long-term resident status in another member state who want to live in Sweden.
The Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country is a Swedish work & skilled visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~2,000 kr) and processing time (~1-4 months), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country is for
Non-EU citizens with EU long-term resident status in another member state who want to live in Sweden.
Can build towards Swedish permanent residence and long-term resident status here.
Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country - eligibility criteria
- Hold EU long-term resident status in another EU state
- A purpose for residence (work, study or business)
- Able to support yourself and your family
- Comprehensive sickness insurance
- Hold a valid passport
Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country (Sweden) is ~2,000 kr, with an indicative processing time of ~1-4 months. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at Migrationsverket (Sweden).
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Outside or inside Sweden (online) |
| Length of stay | Typically up to 1 year, renewable |
| Work rights | Work permitted (purpose-dependent) |
| Study rights | Study permitted |
| Government fee | ~2,000 kr |
| Processing time | ~1-4 months |
| Route to PR | Can build towards Swedish permanent residence and long-term resident status here. |
Pathway & next steps
Can build towards Swedish permanent residence and long-term resident status here.
Many applicants also compare EU Long-Term · Long-term resident status in Sweden (EU), Work Permit · Work permit (employee), Permanent Residence · Permanent residence permit. Run a free VisaChief check to see which Swedish route best fits your profile, then prepare an application reviewed by a registered migration agency in our partner network.
Common Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country pitfalls we fix
Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country - frequently asked questions
How much does the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country cost?
The Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country government fee is ~2,000 kr. Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at Migrationsverket (Sweden) before applying.
How long does the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~1-4 months. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country lead to permanent residence?
Can build towards Swedish permanent residence and long-term resident status here.
Can I work on the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country?
Work rights: Work permitted (purpose-dependent).
Who can apply for the Residence permit for long-term residents in another EU country?
Non-EU citizens with EU long-term resident status in another member state who want to live in Sweden.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Sweden government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- Migrationsverket (Sweden) - official Sweden immigration authority