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All foreign nationals – including U.S. citizens – who plan to move to Sweden or stay in Sweden for more than 90 days need to obtain a residence permit before entering the country.
Important notice: Please ensure that your passport or travel document has been signed before applying.
For more information how to apply click on the category below that apply to you:
Residence Permits Categories
> Residence permits for visits
> Spouses, cohabitants and children of primary applicants
> Visiting researchers
> Starting a business
> AU pair employment
> Performing artists
> Professional athletes and coaches
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.