Residence permit for family members (family reunification) (Uppehållstillstånd på grund av anknytning)
changing — Stricter maintenance requirement and 2-yr sponsor residence rule from 1 Oct 2026
Residence permit for family members (family reunification) is a residence route in Sweden (Family). Sponsor must support family & have adequate housing (stricter amount after housing costs since 1 Oct 2026); new 2-yr prior-residence rule for sponsor (work-permit, Blue Card, researcher families exempt). Fee SEK 1,500 adult / 750 child.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income once resident; no wealth tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Family |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 190 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 8 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | Spouse/partner (≥21) and children of Swedish residents/citizens |
| Tax | Worldwide income once resident; no wealth tax. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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