Apply for a residence permit
Students from outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland are typically required to obtain a residence permit before moving to Sweden. Applications for residence permits are processed by the Swedish Migration Agency. Uppsala University offers support throughout the residence permit application process, both before and during your studies.
Do I need to apply for a residence permit?
Non-EU/EEA citizens who plan to reside in Sweden for more than three months generally require a residence permit.
Residence permit for studies in higher education
If you are an EU citizen, you usually have the right to work, study, or live in Sweden without a residence permit. For more detailed information, please refer to the Swedish Migration Agency's website.
When do I need to apply for a residence permit?
You can apply for a residence permit no earlier than four months before your planned arrival in Sweden. Before applying, you must have received your selection result, paid the first tuition fee instalment, and received confirmation from Uppsala University that the payment has been received. Applications can be submitted online through the Swedish Migration Agency's website below.
Please note
This page provides additional guidance and answers to common questions about residence permits. It is not a replacement for the Swedish Migration Agency’s (Migrationsverket) website, which you should consult for complete and up-to-date information. Uppsala University is not responsible for residence permit applications, and has no control over the processing times of the Migration Agency.
Contact
- For questions regarding the Swedish Migration Agency, residence permits and visas, please email:
- studypermits@uu.se