Traineeships/internships conducted via an international exchange programme
Who it's for: For people offered a traineeship or internship in Sweden through an international exchange programme.
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
- Age limit: From 18
- Main fee: SEK 1,500
- Decision time: 4 months
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | SEK 1,500 | — | 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
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Age limitFrom 18Official wording
“You must be at least 18 years old”
Main feeSEK 1,500Official wording
“The fee is SEK 1,500.”
Decision time4 monthsOfficial wording
“Complete applications 75% of recently decided cases have been decided within: 4 months”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; 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.
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