Residence permit to live with a partner

You must both be over 21 years old Exceptions can only be made on special grounds, for example if you have children together. You must be married, registered partners, or cohabiting partners, or plan to enter one of these relationships

The person in Sweden must have one of the following: Swedish citizenship Nordic citizenship permanent residence permit permanent residence card permanent right of residence permanent residence status temporary residence permit as a refugee or person in need of subsidiary protection, or due to exceptionally distressing circumstances.

Marriage record, marriage certificate, or equivalent documentation If you are the spouse or registered partner of the person in Sweden. Documents showing that the marriage is registered in your country of origin If you are the spouse or registered partner of the person in Sweden and the marriage is registered in your country of origin, you must enclose documents showing this.

A population registration certificate or similar document showing that you are unmarried

If you have lived with the person in Sweden, either in your country of origin or another country, you must also enclose population registration certificate, rental agreement, or proof of purchase of a home, or other documentation showing that you share a home document(s) showing that you have lived together, such as a rental agreement that lists both your names, or bills dating back in time that show your names and shared address.

During the interview, you will answer questions about your relationship with the person in Sweden.

The person in Sweden must be able to support both of you and have a large enough home to house you both. Some people may be exempt from the maintenance requirement.

As a Swedish citizen, your partner does not need to meet the maintenance requirement, as long as the two of you have a well-established relationship (for example, if you have lived together for a long time). However, your partner must meet the maintenance requirement if you have any children who will be moving to Sweden with the two of you, and your partner is not their parent or legal guardian.

If you apply for a residence permit from within Sweden, you are not entitled to care, and must pay for any care costs yourself.

If you want to move to Sweden, fill in the application and attach the necessary documents. In your application, you indicate which Swedish embassy or consulate-general you wish to visit for your interview.

When the application is submitted, the person who lives in Sweden will receive an email or a letter, depending on how the application was received. The email/letter contains a link to a questionnaire. The form includes questions about income, housing, and your relationship, and must be answered within 14 days.

You can be granted a residence permit for a maximum of two years, but never for longer than your passport is valid. Your residence permit can be extended.

If you are granted a residence permit in Sweden, you will also have the right to work and study.