Sweden family reunification visa
1 current source-backed family reunification 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 2026-07-13
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | A family member of a worker, self-employed person, EU Blue Card holder, ICT permit holder or researcher in Sweden may qualify for residence; the sponsor must show housing and maintenance, and the route covers a spouse, partner or child under 18. | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | Application fee (adult family member) | 1,500 SEK | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Application fee (child) | 750 SEK | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Application fee | 1,500 SEK | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Processing time (standard, authority estimate) | 2 months | Official source |
| Family reunification route | First permit valid for | 24 months | Official source |
| Family reunification route | Family member may work | yes | Official source |
| Family reunification 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Family reunification route | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |