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When should we apply to extend a Swedish work permit?
Reviewed by the Settio team · Updated · Facts checked against the official sources below
Before the current permit ends; you can apply up to two months early. If the application is in before the expiry date, the employee may keep working while it is decided; after it, they may not work while they wait and the application can be refused. Settio opens the extension steps months ahead so it never comes down to the last week.
In detail
- Salary, insurance and terms must have been met for the whole permit period.
- The employee sends payslips for the current year, a certificate of employment from every employer and the details of the employer's insurance.
- Family members can apply to extend at the same time.
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Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 16 October 2026. About this information