Sweden Investment Immigration

Investment immigration enables an individual to invest a set amount of money into a project, in order to be considered eligible for a permanent residency visa. Each country stipulates the set sum of money required by the applicant in order for him to be issued a residency visa. The investment generally has to be made to a pre-approved project in the country they seek to reside in, and must be solely for the benefit of the country’s economy.

Why Immigrate to Sweden

Sweden is a member of the European Union and is considered a prominent location for foreigners to reside in due to its strong and stable economic infrastructure and respected legal framework. Sweden promotes a high standard of living and low living costs. It is abundant in low priced properties and is strategically situated for effective European business relations. Sweden is considered an environmentally friendly country, and a beneficial destination among foreign investors.

Sweden Residence Permit

In general an applicant wishing to reside in Sweden for a period longer than 90 days is required to apply for a residency permit. Typically, this permit is applied for and obtained prior to the applicant visiting the country. The applicant is required to apply for this particular visa through the Swedish Consulate or Embassy in their country of domicile. This is where an applicant applies for and receives approval for a residence permit. After this, they are entitled to live and work in Sweden. Further, applicants are then entitled to live in Sweden without a passport for an indefinite period of time.

Who is eligible for a residency permit

Residence permits are usually approved for the following classifications of individuals:

- An individual with family ties in Sweden

- An individual who is studying in Sweden

- An individual who is self employed and seeking to continue his business in Sweden

- An individual visiting Sweden on a research basis

Restrictions of the Sweden residency permit

Certain restrictions of the residence permit include where the applicant leaves Sweden, the permit can be revoked. In general the main condition of the residence permit is that the applicant must remain domiciled in Sweden. Other instances where your residence permit can be revoked are:

- where you have provided a false identity in your application process

- where you have committed a crime or illegal intent

- where you have provided false information or withheld relevant information in your visa application

Certain documents are required for submission in application for a residence visa.

Sweden Business Visa

If you are a businessman seeking a visa to entitle you to conduct business relations in Sweden, you will be eligible for a Sweden Business Visa.

Application for this particular type of visa requires the following documents:

- Valid passport with a minimum of 3 months remaining on the passport upon return from Sweden

- 2 x passport photos (must be recent)

- Where the applicant is a foreign national they must supply a copy of their green card/valid visa

- Evidence of the purpose of the business visit

- Evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay in Sweden

- Copy of valid travel insurance document

- A letter of invitation by the host company

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