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If you want to move to Sweden to live with a close relative, you need a residence permit.
Other rules apply if you, or the close relative in Sweden, are citizens of an EU/EEA country (other than Sweden). A close relative may for instance be a husband or wife, or a child (a minor).
Applying
The easiest way to apply for a residence permit is to apply online. When the online applicatiom is filled in, it is sent directly to the Swedish Migration Agency.
Swedish Migration Agency web application
If you are still unable or do not want to apply online, you can submit an application at the Swedish Embassy. In this case, you need to make an appointment and physically present yourself at the Embassy.
Read about which documents are required and how to apply step by step in the menu below.