Residence Permit After Completing Research in Sweden

 

If you have completed your research in Sweden under a residence permit for research, you may be eligible to stay in the country to look for employment or explore the possibility of starting your own business. This residence permit is specifically designed for former researchers and provides a pathway to continue your professional journey in Sweden.

 

To qualify, you must have a valid passport and submit your application before your current residence permit expires. You must provide proof that your research has been completed and that your last residence permit was for research purposes in Sweden or another EU country. You also need to demonstrate sufficient financial means (at least SEK 9,700 per month) and hold or have applied for comprehensive health insurance that covers your entire stay.

 

Applications must include correctly made copies of your passport, a confirmation from your research principal that your research is completed, proof of financial maintenance, and documentation of valid health insurance. If your family is applying with you, you must also submit documents proving your relationship and copies of their passports.

 

This permit is valid for 12 months and cannot be extended. If your family applies with you, their permits will match the duration of yours, but never exceed the validity of their passports. Adult family members and children over 16 will be permitted to work in Sweden.

 

Key Points:

 

• Permit duration: 12 months (non-renewable)
• Financial requirement: SEK 9,700/month
• Must apply before current permit expires
• Valid health insurance required for stays under 12 months
• Family members can apply and work in Sweden
• Application fee: SEK 1,500 for adults, SEK 750 for children (fee exemptions for Japanese citizens)

 

At Vedette Legal, we assist researchers in navigating the Swedish residence permit process with ease, ensuring your documentation is accurate, timely, and fully compliant.

 

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