Seafarers
Who it's for: For people who want to work as seafarers on board a Swedish ship in domestic traffic.
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
- Job offer needed: Yes
- Main fee: SEK 2,200
- Salary threshold: SEK 34,470
- Family can join: Some family members
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | SEK 2,200 | — | migrationsverket.seOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Salary threshold | SEK 34,470 | — | 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
4 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededYesOfficial wording
“You must have an employment contract”
Main feeSEK 2,200Official wording
“Employees: SEK 2,200 Adult family members: SEK 1,500 Children: SEK 750”
Salary thresholdSEK 34,470Official wording
“you must have a monthly salary/wages of at least SEK 34,470”
Family can joinSome family membersOfficial wording
“If your family is accompanying you, they can be granted a residence permit for the same period as you”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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