The processing time for a Sweden residence permit varies depending on the type of permit and the completeness of your application. On average:
- Work permits take around 4–8 weeks
- Study permits take 4–12 weeks
- Family reunification permits may take 8–16 weeks or longer, depending on your case
Note: Delays may occur due to additional document requests, interviews, or biometric appointments. The Swedish Migration Agency provides updated average timelines for each category on their official website.