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When can a work permit holder get permanent residence in Sweden?
Reviewed by the Settio team · Updated
After several years on work permits, if the person has worked under terms at the permit level the whole time and meets the other conditions. Gaps in salary or insurance can delay or block it, so monitoring pays off years later.
In detail
- Years spent on work permits count towards it.
- Terms at the permit level throughout.
- Rules have changed recently; check the current conditions.
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Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 24 October 2026. About this information