Key Points
- Sweden increased the minimum salary requirement for work permits to SEK 29,680 per month on June 17, 2025
- The threshold is now set at 80% of the national median wage of SEK 37,100
- Applications filed on or after June 17 are subject to the new salary threshold
Overview
Sweden has implemented an increase to its minimum salary threshold for work permits, effective June 17, 2025. The new threshold is SEK 29,680 per month, reflecting 80% of the national median wage of SEK 37,100, as reported by Statistics Sweden (SCB).
Work permit eligibility in Sweden is tied to meeting or exceeding this salary threshold to ensure that foreign workers receive compensation consistent with local labor market standards. Applications submitted on or after June 17 will be assessed under the new threshold. Applications filed before this date will continue to be evaluated against the previous requirement.
This adjustment reflects Sweden’s ongoing efforts to align its labor migration policies with economic conditions and to prioritize the fair treatment of foreign workers. Salary compliance remains a critical component of work permit approvals, and proper documentation of employment terms will be essential for successful applications.
Looking Ahead
Applicants and employers should ensure that employment offers meet or exceed the updated threshold to maintain work permit eligibility. Tracking future wage adjustments will be important, as Sweden periodically recalculates the minimum salary in line with changes to the national median wage. Organizations supporting foreign workers should verify that their employment contracts comply with the new standard to avoid delays or refusals in permit processing.
