EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can work in Sweden without any permit, also while studying. With a personnummer it is easier to sort out your contract, bank account and tax.
Students from outside the EU/EEA at bachelor's or master's level whose residence permit was granted on or after 11 June 2026 may work up to 15 hours a week. You may work more if the work is part of your programme (e.g. an internship), involves student representation, administration or research at your university, or takes place in June, July or August. Note: this is a new rule, and Migrationsverket lists further exceptions – check the current rules with Migrationsverket or your university before you take a job.
It is easier to find a casual job if you speak at least some Swedish. Start with your university's careers service; you can also find vacancies at the Swedish Public Employment Service, Arbetsförmedlingen.
Sources: European Commission – Study in Europe (education.ec.europa.eu/study-in-europe), Eurostat, official national study and residence portals and authorities, Eurodesk, enic-naric.net, studentnews.eu. As of September 2026.
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