Working holiday permit for young people
Citizens aged 18-30 from partner countries who want to holiday in Sweden and work to fund the trip.
The Working holiday permit for young people is a Swedish visitor & short stay visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~1,500 kr) and processing time (~1-2 months), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Working holiday permit for young people is for
Citizens aged 18-30 from partner countries who want to holiday in Sweden and work to fund the trip.
No pathway to permanent residence; switch to a work permit if you find longer-term employment.
Working holiday permit for young people - eligibility criteria
- Aged 18-30 and a citizen of a partner country
- Main purpose is to holiday in Sweden
- At least SEK 15,000 on arrival to support yourself
- Health and accident insurance for the stay
- Return ticket or funds to buy one
Working holiday permit for young people cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Working holiday permit for young people (Sweden) is ~1,500 kr, with an indicative processing time of ~1-2 months. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at Migrationsverket (Sweden).
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Outside Sweden (online), before travelling |
| Length of stay | Up to 1 year (non-renewable) |
| Work rights | Casual work to fund the holiday; main purpose is holiday |
| Study rights | Short studies allowed |
| Government fee | ~1,500 kr |
| Processing time | ~1-2 months |
| Route to PR | No pathway to permanent residence; switch to a work permit if you find longer-term employment. |
Pathway & next steps
No pathway to permanent residence; switch to a work permit if you find longer-term employment.
Many applicants also compare Au Pair · Residence permit to work as an au pair, Schengen Visa · Schengen Visa (visiting Sweden for up to 90 days), Work Permit · Work permit (employee). 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 Working holiday permit for young people pitfalls we fix
Working holiday permit for young people - frequently asked questions
How much does the Working holiday permit for young people cost?
The Working holiday permit for young people government fee is ~1,500 kr. Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at Migrationsverket (Sweden) before applying.
How long does the Working holiday permit for young people take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~1-2 months. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Working holiday permit for young people lead to permanent residence?
No pathway to permanent residence; switch to a work permit if you find longer-term employment.
Can I work on the Working holiday permit for young people?
Work rights: Casual work to fund the holiday; main purpose is holiday.
Who can apply for the Working holiday permit for young people?
Citizens aged 18-30 from partner countries who want to holiday in Sweden and work to fund the trip.
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