Parents of children under 18 years of age
Who it's for: For parents who want to live in Sweden with their child who already lives there.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Main fee: SEK 2,000
- Decision time: 24 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | SEK 2,000 | — | migrationsverket.seOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
2 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Main feeSEK 2,000Official wording
“Adults: SEK 2,000”
Decision time24 monthsOfficial wording
“75% of recently decided cases have been decided within: 24 months”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
Other join family routes in Sweden
- Adopted children
- Adults who want to live with another relative
- Children born in Sweden
- Children who will be living with a relative who is not their parent
- Children who will live with a parent
- Family of long-term residents in another EU country
- Family who want to apply afterwards (study)
- Family of an employee or self-employed person who apply afterwards
- Living with someone in Sweden
All visa types in Sweden
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Sweden visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.