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I am an EU citizen and want to move to Sweden. Do I need to apply for a permit?

An EU/EEA citizens has the right to work, study and live in Sweden without having to apply for a residence permit. This is called the right of residence. An EU/EEA citizen that is employed, self-employed, studying or have sufficient means for his/her support, has the right of residence in Sweden. If you fulfil the requirements for right of residence, you do not have to contact the Swedish Migration Agency.

More information.

If you plan to live in Sweden for one year or more, you are generally required to register at the Swedish population register. This procedure can only be initiated after entering Sweden. More information on the website of the Swedish Tax Agency.

Last updated 11 Oct 2021, 1.33 PM

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Sweden has diplomatic relations with almost all States in the world. It has embassies and consulates in around half of these. Sweden's foreign representation consists of approximately 100 missions abroad and 350 honorary consulates.

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