Work permits and immigration
In an increasingly global world, people are moving between countries and continents at an ever-increasing pace. If you do not check that your existing or future employees have the right to work in Sweden, it can cost you and your business dearly. To avoid the pitfalls, we go through work permits, how they work for you as an employer and how we can support you along the way.
Don't let geography or nationality get in the way of the perfect employee
Make sure your employees have the right work permits in Sweden
Many employers have mistakenly employed people who do not have a work visa in Sweden. In practice, this may involve a violation of the Aliens Act – which can lead to imprisonment, fines or other sanctions for the employer. Even if it happened by mistake.
Help with the work permit – we handle the practicalities
Focus on your work with peace of mind – we'll handle the rest. Among other things, all contact with your candidates, employees and relevant authorities to get a work permit or an extension of a work permit in place as quickly as possible.
Obtaining a work permit can go relatively quickly if it is done correctly. We also ensure that your current employees, including any family or cohabitant partners, have the right work and residence permits in Sweden. We make sure you get everything right the first time and avoid unnecessary and costly mistakes.
We guarantee correct applications
We handle your application for a work permit
Creating a proper work permit application can be tricky for any employer. We ensure that every work permit application, both new and renewal, submitted through us will be correct. Also, all contact with your candidate or employee, relevant authorities including the Swedish Migration Agency and trade unions goes through us.
Investigation: Right to Work in Sweden
Find out if your employees have the right to work in Sweden
Find out if your employees have the right to work in Sweden
Are you about to hire someone who lacks a Swedish passport, or have you already done so? As an employer in Sweden, you have an obligation to ensure that all your staff have the right to work in Sweden. To facilitate Swedish employers in doing so correctly, we have developed the service "Right to Work in Sweden".
Included in the service
'Right to Work in Sweden' is a quick and easy investigation where you, as an employer, receive a written recommendation based on your employee's specific circumstances. All based on three quick steps. 1. We request relevant certificates. 2. Our immigration experts analyze these. 3. We come back with a tailored recommendation for your employee.
Investigation: Right to Work in Sweden
Here's how it works
- Schedule a meeting with us.
- We hold a working session where we explain more about the service, understand your needs, and review any documents and certificates.
- We reach out to the prospective or current employee to follow up or supplement certain information.
- We provide a written report and recommendation within 1-3 working days.
With our service, you can feel confident that your employees are hired on the right grounds. Our staff has over 15 years of experience in the field and handles all cases confidentially and professionally. Within just 1-3 working days, you'll have your report in hand.
What is a work permit – and which one do you need?
What does a work permit actually mean and who needs it? A work permit is a permit, that a person who does not have a citizenship in Sweden, needs to work here. The main rule is that you must apply for and have your permit ready before employees enter Sweden. You can also apply for a work permit from within Sweden under certain conditions.
For most people, this means applying for a “regular” work permit that can be applied for and extended for your employee and their family. There are also a number of options that, depending on needs and circumstances, can be at least as relevant for your employee.
What permit do you need?
A work permit you can apply for in Sweden
Interested in recruiting someone that does not have a citizenship in Sweden? There are several different work permits that can be applied for in Sweden. Here we list the most common ones.
- Work permit. For those who want to employ someone from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. This "ordinary" work permit gives the right to live and work in Sweden.
- EU Blue Card. Issued by the Swedish Migration Agency and gives the right to live and work in Sweden.
- Work permit for seasonal workers. For example, staff for ski resorts, restaurant businesses etc.
How, where and when?
Questions and answers about work permits
What is required to obtain a work permit in Sweden or the EU? What applies to asylum seekers? We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about work permits.
