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Sweden: Updates for EU Blue Card
Key Points
- Sweden will incorporate new measures to its Blue Card category by 1 January 2024
Overview
The government of Sweden plans to implement the new Blue Card Directive by 1 January 2024. This includes replacing policies from the 2009 Blue Card Directive and creating a combined residence and work permit for highly skilled foreign nationals. Several other changes include:
- Lowering the salary threshold to be granted an EU Blue Card;
- Expanding the categories of personnel eligible for an EU Blue Card;
- Expanding the possibilities of switching from other types of residence permits to an EU Blue Card.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Sweden’s website and Envoy Global’s website for the latest updates and information.
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