Swedish Work Permits Specialists
Swedish Work Permits.Done Right.
For Swedish and international companies bringing skilled professionals to Sweden. Fixed prices. End-to-end handling. Pay only when the permit is granted.
The Reality
Over 30% of Swedish work permit applications are not granted.
Most failures come from preventable mistakes — incomplete documentation, salary miscalculations, missed deadlines, or misunderstood regulations. A “not granted” decision means the permit was refused, withdrawn, or dismissed by the Migration Agency.
A failed application doesn’t just cost time and money. It costs you the hire, disrupts your business, and can complicate future applications.
We don’t submit applications we don’t believe will succeed. Our non-grant rate is just 5% — and almost always traces to information that wasn’t disclosed to us during pre-assessment.
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Who We Work For
Three paths. One specialist team.
Whichever side you’re on, we handle the entire work permit process from start to finish.
Swedish Employers
Hiring from outside the EU/EEA
You’ve found the right candidate who needs a work permit for Sweden. We handle the entire work permit process so you or your HR team doesn’t have to learn the Swedish Migration Agency’s rulebook.
Services for Swedish employers →
International Companies
Secondment of staff to Sweden
Secondment of personnel, ICT (Intra-Corporate Transfer), or EOR (Employer of Record) through our Swedish partners. We’re one of the few consultancies built for international clients.
Services for international companies →
Individual Applicants
You have a job offer in Sweden
We help you and your employer with the application. Extensions, permanent residence permits, change of employer or profession, job-seeking visa, or bringing your co-applying family members to Sweden.
Services for applicants →Why Swedworks Global
The specialist advantage.
The guarantee. The compliance. And the peace of mind.
Pay only when a permit is granted
Available for qualifying cases. We carry the risk — not you. No upfront retainers, no fees on rejected applications.
Fixed, published prices
No hourly billing. No hidden fees. No surprises. Application fees to the Migration Agency are included.
15+ years, 2,000+ applications
Every case type. Every industry. Every edge case. We’ve done this before — likely many times — and we predict outcomes accurately.
End-to-end handling
From power of attorney to final decision. We’re the single point of contact for employer, employee, union, and authorities.
Services & Pricing
Fixed prices. Migration Agency fees included.
See details of each permit and the terms of the services here →
Industry Expertise
Different industries, different specifics.
We’ve worked across every sector. The most common ones we serve:
IT & Tech
Developers, engineers, product managers, cybersecurity, data scientists.
Manufacturing & Engineering
Industrial engineers, technicians, project managers, automation specialists.
Hotel & Restaurants
Chefs, kitchen staff, hospitality professionals — we know the salary and skill thresholds.
Gaming
Game developers, designers, producers, technical artists, audio specialists.
Biotech & Pharma
Researchers, lab specialists, regulatory affairs, clinical staff.
Public Sector
Government bodies, regions, county offices hiring international specialists.
Universities & Schools
Researchers, postdocs, visiting scholars, international school faculty.
Construction
Site managers, civil engineers, specialised trades, project leads.
Our Process
Five simple steps.
Total active involvement from you: a few hours over a few weeks. We handle the rest.
Free Consultation & Pre-Assessment
We start with a free, no-obligation consultation. Simply fill out our form and tell us about your case. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours. In most cases, we follow up by email with a few questions, and if needed, we schedule a short call.
At this stage, we:
- Review the background of both employer and employee
- Check for any previous applications or decisions
- Assess whether the requirements for a Swedish work permit are met
You’ll quickly get a clear picture of your chances of success, any potential risks or obstacles, and expected timelines and next steps.
Estimated timeframe: 1–2 days (depending on how quickly we receive information)
Proposal & Agreement
If your case looks strong, we move forward with a clear and transparent offer. You’ll receive a tailored service proposal and fixed pricing with no hidden costs.
Once you accept the offer, we issue the invoice and officially begin the process.
Estimated timeframe: 1–2 days
Preparation & Document Collection
At this point, we take the lead as your official representative. We will:
- Prepare two powers of attorney (POA) for the employer and the employee
- Provide a clear checklist of required documents
- Handle communication with both parties directly (if preferred)
If needed, we also coordinate with relevant authorities such as the Swedish Public Employment Service, insurance providers, embassies, and other institutions.
Our goal here is simple: make sure everything is complete, correct, compliant, and ready before submission.
Estimated timeframe: 2–3 days (depending on document collection)
Application Submission (Employer & Employee)
A Swedish work permit application consists of two parts — and we handle both.
- First, we complete the employer’s part, including obtaining the required trade union opinion
- Once the union responds, we complete the employee’s part and submit the application
We also pay the application fees on your behalf and provide confirmation and full documentation of the submission.
Estimated timeframe: 5–7 working days (depending on union and employee response times)
Follow-Up & Decision
After submission, we stay actively involved until a decision is made. We:
- Monitor your case with the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket)
- Handle all communication with the authorities
- Keep you updated throughout the process
Typical processing times range from 1–4 months, depending on the case. In many cases, decisions are received much faster.
Once a decision is made, we inform you immediately and guide both employer and employee on the next steps before and after the employment begins.
Real Cases
Real outcomes, real timelines.
IT & Tech
Swedish IT company hiring a specialist already working in Sweden on a work permit
The applicant had changed jobs several times, resulting in overlapping work permits. A challenging case with tight deadlines. We secured the application within 4 weeks so the applicant could start his new job.
Manufacturing
Japanese corporate sending employed specialist engineers from Japan to a Swedish project
ICT (Intra-Corporate Transfer) pathway, sending Japanese employees to a Swedish entity. Coordination across 3 time zones, multiple languages, union dialogue handled by us. A satisfied customer who became a recurring one.
Public Sector
Regional public hospital hires a highly specialised doctor from Ukraine
Complex case involving medical licensing issues alongside the work permit. We proposed an unorthodox but compliant solution that all parties accepted. Coordinated end-to-end with a successful result.
Client Voices
What our clients say.
Trusted Partners
Companies bringing talent to Sweden.
From single-founder startups to multinational corporations. From every region of Sweden, and from companies in Japan, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, China, India, and beyond.
Free Evaluation
Tell us about your case.
A few quick questions and we’ll respond within 24 hours with our honest assessment.
- No obligation, no payment required
- Fixed price quote if we accept the case
- Pay-on-success guarantee for qualifying cases
- Reply within 24 hours, every business day
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Blog
Latest guides & news.
The newest articles tagged “work permit” from our blog.
New Work Permit Rules in Sweden – Effective June 1, 2026
What the new salary threshold rules mean for employers and applicants — and how to prepare.
Crash Course: Work Permits in Sweden (For Employers)
The essentials every Swedish employer needs to know before hiring outside the EU/EEA.
Professions in Demand in Sweden 2026
The roles Swedish employers are recruiting from abroad most often — and what that means for permit timing.