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What you're entitled to in Sweden
Four answers, then the rights and benefits that apply to you, each with how to get it and the official page.
Sick pay
When you're ill, your employer pays your salary for the first two weeks. From the 15th day you can get sickness benefit from Försäkringskassan.
How to get it: Tell your employer the first day you're ill. From day 15 your employer reports you sick to Försäkringskassan, then you apply there.
Försäkringskassan: sick when you're employed25 days of holiday a year
Everyone employed in Sweden has the right to 25 days' holiday a year. Paid days are earned in the year before, so some of your first year's days may be unpaid.
How to get it: Ask HR how many paid days you have this year and how holiday is planned at your workplace.
Verksamt: holiday and holiday daysHelp with dental bills
Adults insured in Sweden get a yearly dental allowance from Försäkringskassan, and a high-cost protection lowers large bills.
How to get it: Nothing to apply for: choose a clinic connected to the state dental support (ask when you book), and it is taken off the bill.
Försäkringskassan: dental care supportUniversity without tuition fees
With a residence permit granted for work or family, not for studies, you pay no application or tuition fees at Swedish universities.
How to get it: Apply through the national admissions service. Have your permit decision ready in case they ask for it.
University Admissions: who pays feesFree Swedish lessons (SFI)
Swedish for immigrants is free through your municipality. A pass in SFI course D is one way to meet the Swedish language requirement for citizenship.
How to get it: Sign up with your municipality's adult education once you're registered there.
Migrationsverket: new rules for citizenship from 6 June 2026
Informational only. This guide is not legal advice. Always verify requirements with official government sources before acting. Facts checked 15 October 2026. About this information
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FAQ
Rights and benefits in Sweden, explained
Who pays when I'm ill in Sweden?
Your employer pays your salary for the first two weeks. From the 15th day you can get sickness benefit from Försäkringskassan, once your employer has reported you sick.
Do I pay university fees with a work permit in Sweden?
No, not with a temporary residence permit granted for reasons other than studies, such as work or family. A permit for studies doesn't give that exemption.
How much holiday do I get in Sweden?
Everyone employed has the right to 25 days' holiday a year. Paid days are earned in the year before, so part of your first year can be unpaid.
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