Sweden citizenship
1 current source-backed citizenship pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | An adult seeking Swedish citizenship must prove identity, have lived in Sweden for the required period, normally eight years, and have led an orderly life; applicants aged 18–67 must also meet current maintenance and knowledge requirements. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | Application fee | 2,900 SEK | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Application fee (stateless refugee) | 0 SEK | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Processing time (standard, authority estimate) | 53 months | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Years of residence required (general) | 8 years | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Years of residence required (refugee) | 7 years | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Years of residence required (spouse of citizen) | 7 years | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Language level required | B1 (Swedish) | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Other citizenship may be kept | yes | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Where to apply | online | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | The Swedish Migration Agency states that an EU/EEA citizen is covered by free movement and does not need a work permit to work in Sweden. | Official source |