21 January 2022
Important Migration Agency Updates
Prolonged Processing Times for Permit Applications Processing times are currently extended, even for fast-track certified companies. This is due to a recent increase in permit applications and to an increased scrutiny of permanent residence permit applications, following the added requirements implemented in July 2021. Increased workload and a higher-than-normal level of sick-leave due to the … Continue reading Important Migration Agency Updates
21 December 2021
A Year End Message From Our CEO
Takeaways from 2021 Another notable year is coming to a close and this may be a good time to reflect on events and achievements of 2021. People have suppported their local communities in great and valuable ways and I believe we have all done our part during these challenging times. Towards the spring of … Continue reading A Year End Message From Our CEO
20 December 2021
Swedish Rental Market Changes
Stricter regulation on the rental and sublease market has recently led to some important changes. The majority, if not all letting agencies have decided to only accept corporate signings of rental contracts going forward. They believe this is step will minimize the risk involved with a privately signed contract. We are exploring whether a guarantee … Continue reading Swedish Rental Market Changes
16 December 2021
December Immigration Update
Proposal to Prevent Labour Market Exploitation In November, the Swedish Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, Morgan Johansson, received a proposal that would help prevent exploiting foreign workers on the Swedish labor market. The proposal is to draft new legislation that will make it unlawful for employers to take advantage of foreign workers. It is … Continue reading December Immigration Update
6 December 2021
Extended Processing Times For Work Permits
The Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) is currently experiencing prolonged processing times for work permit applications. Below, we have compiled the current reported processing times for different application types. First Time Work Permit Application (application submitted while applicant is not in Sweden) We expect to see a decision within 10-20 working days, provided that a complete … Continue reading Extended Processing Times For Work Permits
25 November 2021
Moving Into A New Accommodation
When relocating to a new country, it is naturally important to find a suitable home and we assist many of our clients with this service. Prior to moving into the new house or apartment, we also offer and provide a moving in service, which we believe is equally important. For this step, we coordinate and … Continue reading Moving Into A New Accommodation
1 November 2021
Sweden’s Entry Ban Extended
Sweden’s Entry Ban Extended The Swedish Government has extended the entry ban to Sweden until November 31st 2021 for people travelling from EU/EEA countries and until January 31st 2022 if you are travelling from a non EU/EEA country. The requirement to provide a vaccine certificate, negative Covid-19 test result or a certificate confirming recovery from … Continue reading Sweden’s Entry Ban Extended
11 October 2021
Webinar – October 14th At 11.00 CEST – Employer Compliance Responsibilities, Part 3
Thanks to everyone who joined us last week for part 2 in our employer compliance responsibilities series. The last webinar will be held on Thursday this week and we welcome you to join us! Josef will review and provide insight on the following topics: Part 3, Compliance – Work Permit Rules General work permit rules; … Continue reading Webinar – October 14th At 11.00 CEST – Employer Compliance Responsibilities, Part 3
4 October 2021
Employer Compliance Responsibilities, Part 2 Thursday October 7th, 11.00-11.30 CEST
Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday for part 1 in our webinar series, on understanding employer responsibilities when hiring foreign nationals. Next week Josef will take on the following topic: Business Travelers and Short-term Workers in Times of Travel Restrictions In times of travel restrictions, can business travelers and short-term workers enter Sweden and … Continue reading Employer Compliance Responsibilities, Part 2 Thursday October 7th, 11.00-11.30 CEST
22 September 2021
Recruiting Foreign National Students & Former Student
When recruiting a foreign national studying in Sweden, different rules apply depending on whether the person is currently studying in Sweden, or has finished their studies and is looking for a job. The different requirements, stated in a recent legal paper from the Migration Agency, must be met in order to be eligible for a … Continue reading Recruiting Foreign National Students & Former Student
22 September 2021
Webinar – September 30th At 11.00 CEST – Employer Compliance Responsibilities
Three-part Webinar: Employer Compliance Responsibilities Part 1: Thursday September 30th 11.00-11.30 CEST Understanding employer responsibility when hiring foreign national is crucial. It has naturally become even more important in the last year, as we had to deal with a pandemic. It is vital for employers to proactively comply with immigration regulation and have a process … Continue reading Webinar – September 30th At 11.00 CEST – Employer Compliance Responsibilities
15 September 2021
Residence Status Application Period Extended
The Swedish Government has announced their decision to extend the application period until December 31st 2021, for British citizens and their family members. The reason for the extension is that the government wants to give eligible British citizens who have not yet submitted their application, the opportunity to do so. This way, British citizens and … Continue reading Residence Status Application Period Extended
