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What is kompetensutvisning and how do we prevent it?
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Kompetensutvisning is the Swedish term for skilled workers losing their permit, often over small past mistakes in salary, insurance or advertising the job. It is prevented by checking terms against the permit every month, not only at extension time.
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- Most cases come from salary or insurance below the terms for a period.
- Unpaid leave or reduced hours can drop pay below the level.
- Fixes made before the extension count; fixes after a refusal often do not.
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Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 14 October 2026. About this information