Sweden-Canada Youth Exchange Program

The permit must be applied for and granted before entering Sweden. Applications are made at the Consulate closest to where you live or at the Embassy of Sweden in Ottawa. Processing time is at least  8 weeks but could take longer. Applications by mail are not accepted.

For more information about this program, please check the fact sheet,  "Work Permits for Canadian Citizens" under Facts.

The application form to be used can be found on the Migration Board Website and is under: Working holiday visas, Application for residence and work permit in Sweden for young people from Canada, New Zealand and Australia 155011  It is available under Related Files on this page. 

Attach:

Valid passport;

• Two passport size photographs full face, colour, light background, not more than 6 months old, bareheaded unless special religious reasons exist;
   
• Proof that you have at least $2 300.00 at your disposal at the time of application to ensure that living expenses can be covered until employment is obtained.

The fee is payable at the time of application and is non-refundable. See list of fees under Facts.

A firm (written) offer of employment is not required at the time of application and the work permit is not tied to any specific employer or position.

Health insurance is also strongly advised as the Swedish Health Care system is very expensive for non-residents.

The Embassy is not able to assist in finding a job in Sweden. However, a vacancy database (Platsautomat, Kundarbetsplats) can be found at all employment offices in Sweden (Arbetsförmedlingen). Links on the Internet to this and other services for job seekers and employers in Sweden can be found under Links.