Compare Sweden visas side by side
Picking between two similar routes is where most people get stuck. These guides put the most-confused Swedish visas next to each other - cost, processing time, work rights and the pathway to permanent residence.
Guides
3 comparisons
Source
migrationsverket.se
Updated
June 2026
Work Permit vs EU Blue CardWork permit (employee) vs EU Blue Card for highly qualified employmentJob Seeker vs Post-Study WorkResidence permit to look for work or start a business (highly qualified) vs Residence permit to work after higher education studies in SwedenPermanent Residence vs EU Long-TermPermanent residence permit vs Long-term resident status in Sweden (EU)
Figures are indicative for 2025-26 and government fees and rules change. Confirm current costs and processing times at migrationsverket.se before applying. General information only - not immigration advice.