Residence permit to look for work or start a business (highly qualified) (Uppehållstillstånd för att söka arbete eller starta näringsverksamhet)
Residence permit to look for work or start a business (highly qualified) is a residence route in Sweden (Entrepreneur). Completed advanced-level (master's/PhD) degree; 3–9 months; bank funds SEK 13,000 per month applied for + return ticket money; comprehensive health insurance. Can then switch to self-employed/work permit in Sweden. Family fees low confidence. Fee ≈SEK 1,500 (+1,500 adult / 750 child for family).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
Taxed only if becoming resident (>6 months); worldwide income then.
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.
| Catégorie | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 320 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | CHF 3'330 |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | — |
| Citoyenneté | — |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | Holders of a master's-level (advanced) degree |
| Impôts | Taxed only if becoming resident (>6 months); worldwide income then. |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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