How to immigrate to Sweden as a healthcare worker?

Healthcare workers, such as doctors, nurses, etc., who want to migrate to Sweden and work in the country must have basic knowledge about the Swedish healthcare system. Applicants need to have authorization as a doctor or nurse issued by the National Board of Health and Welfare. To migrate to Sweden, first, you have to go through an education assessment, take the proficiency test, find a suitable job, and apply for a suitable work visa. Applicants need to complete the visa application form and submit it electronically.
 

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What are the steps to apply for a Swedish work visa?

The following are the steps to apply for a Swedish work visa:
 

Step 1: Get a valid job offer

Step 2: Ask your employer to initiate your application

Step 3: Receive an email regarding the application

Step 4: Arrange all the required documents

Step 5: Submit the documents

Step 6: Pay the required fee

Step 7: Wait for a decision

Step 8: Get your visa

Step 9: Migrate to Sweden
 

What are the types of Swedish work visas?

The following are the types of Swedish work visas:
 

• Sweden work permit: Healthcare workers can apply for this work permit after securing a job with an employer based in Sweden.
• Intra-company transfer: Healthcare workers who work for a company outside of the EU are eligible to apply for this visa for an ICT permit which transfer them to a branch of Sweden.
• EU Blue Card: Highly qualified workers with past work experience are permitted the EU Blue Card. It will allow them to live and work in the country.
   

What is the cost of a Swedish work visa?

The table below consists of the different types of work visas of Sweden, along with the cost of the visa:

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