📌 Processing Time:
- Standard processing: 1–3 months
- Fast-track (if employer is certified by the Migration Agency): 2–4 weeks
📌 Application Fees:
- Work permit (standard employment): SEK 2,200
- Work permit for researchers, athletes, or artists: SEK 1,500
- EU Blue Card: SEK 2,200
- Intra-corporate transfer (ICT) permit: SEK 2,200
2️⃣ Student Visa Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- Online applications: 1–3 months
- Paper applications: Longer processing time
📌 Application Fees:
- Student residence permit (higher education): SEK 1,500
- Doctoral studies permit: SEK 1,500
3️⃣ Family & Dependent Visa Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- Spouse/family reunion permits: 9–18 months
- Dependent permits (for work/study visa holders): 3–6 months
📌 Application Fees:
- Adult applicants: SEK 2,000
- Children under 18: SEK 1,500
- EU/EEA family member residence card: Free
4️⃣ Permanent Residence Permit Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- General processing: 8–24 months (varies based on case complexity)
- For EU long-term resident status: Up to 12 months
📌 Application Fees:
- Permanent residence permit: SEK 2,000
- Children under 18: SEK 1,500
5️⃣ Citizenship Application Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- Adults: 18–36 months
- Children: 6–12 months
📌 Application Fees:
- Adult applicants: SEK 1,500
- Children under 18: SEK 175
6️⃣ Visitor Visa & Short-Term Stay Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- Standard Schengen visa: 15–45 days
- Business visa: 1–3 months
📌 Application Fees:
- Schengen visa (adults): SEK 1,000
- Schengen visa (children 6–12 years): SEK 500
- Schengen visa (children under 6 years): Free
7️⃣ Appeals & Extensions Processing Time & Fees
📌 Processing Time:
- Appeal process: Varies – may take several months
- Extension of work/student permits: Up to 12 months
📌 Application Fees:
- Appeal applications: Free
- Visa/residence permit extension: Same as the original application fee
💡 Important Notes:
✔ Processing times are subject to case complexity, seasonal demand, and whether additional documents are required.
✔ Fees are non-refundable, even if the application is denied.
✔ Payments are made online via the Swedish Migration Agency’s portal.
✔ In some cases, priority processing may be available through employer sponsorship or urgent requests.
📌 For the latest updates on processing times and fees, always check the official website of the Swedish Migration Agency.