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If you are a citizen of a country outside the European Union and intend to work in Sweden, a work permit is generally required.
The most efficient and convenient way to apply for a work permit is through the online application process. Applications submitted online are received directly by the Swedish Migration Agency and are given priority in processing.
Rules and Required Documentation
Detailed information on applicable rules, required documentation, and the application process is available at Swedish Migration Agency website.
If you are considering employment in Sweden, comprehensive guidance can also be found on the Working in Sweden website.
Information regarding fraudulent job offers in Sweden is available here and is strongly recommended reading prior to submitting any application.
Phone:
+91 44 2811 2232
Email:
chennai@consulateofsweden.in
Fax:
+91 44 2811 0294
Consulate of Sweden
6 Cathedral Road
Chennai 600 086
India
Public office hours:
Monday-Friday 10.30-15.00 hrs
Collection of permit cards:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10.30 - 12.30
Honorary Consul
Mr Arun Vasu
Consular Assistant
Mrs Priya Sundararajan
Phone :
+91 33 2248 2080
Email :
kolkata@consulateofsweden.in
Fax :
+91 33 2248 9447
Consulate of Sweden
15 Hemanta Basu Sarani
Kolkata 700 001
Public office hours:
Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursday 10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Collection of permit cards:
Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursday 10.30 am to 1.30 pm
Honorary Consul
Ms Anjumit Nobis
Consular Assistant
Ms Denise Smith
Phone :
+91 22 6113 2300
Email:
generalkonsulat.mumbai@gov.se
Consulate General of Sweden
3 Floor, C – 53
TCG Financial Centre
G – Block, BKC, Bandra (E)
Mumbai – 400098
Consular visiting hours.
Monday: 14.00 - 16.00
Tuesday: 10.00 -12.00
Consul General
Sven Östberg
Assistant
Ms Nirmala Mulugu
Sweden has diplomatic relations with almost all states in the world, with embassies and consulates in around half of these. Sweden's foreign representation consists of approximately 100 missions abroad and 350 honorary consulates.