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Sweden: the median salary rises to 38,300 SEK from 16 June 2026
The median salary the work-permit requirement is based on is 38,300 SEK a month from 16 June 2026, up from 37,100 SEK. For applications from that day the minimum is 34,470 SEK a month (90%), or 28,725 SEK (75%) for exempt occupations and groups.
Who it affects
EmployersAgenciesEmployees
What to do
- Raise offers below 34,470 SEK a month before the application is made.
- Check salaries in pending cases against the median of the day each application was made.
The figures
| Before | From the change | |
|---|---|---|
| Median salary used for the work-permit salary requirement | 37,100 SEK/month | 38,300 SEK/month |
| Work-permit minimum salary | 33,390 SEK/month | 34,470 SEK/month |
| Work-permit minimum salary for exempt occupations and groups (75% of the median) | 27,825 SEK/month | 28,725 SEK/month |
Official documents
Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 16 October 2026. About this information