Swedish courses
Last updated: 15/4-2024
Read here about different Swedish courses from various providers. Some courses are for asylum seekers, while others are for people who have been granted a residence permit.
Swedish for immigrants, Sfi
Swedish for immigrants is a programme that gives you basic knowledge of Swedish and knowledge about Swedish society. Swedish for immigrants is usually abbreviated Sfi.
You are entitled to attend an Sfi programme if:
- You have a residence permit.
- You are at least 16 years old.
- You lack basic knowledge of Swedish.
- You are registered as resident or will be registered as resident in a municipality.
In some municipalities, people from Ukraine who are comprehended by the Temporary Protection Directive are also entitled to take Sfi courses.
Sfi programmes are provided by the municipality in which you are registered as resident. You can also take Sfi courses at some folk high schools.
Sfi is free of charge. You can study full-time, part-time, or in combination with work, an internship, or some other education programme, e.g. upper secondary school or municipal adult education.
Contact your municipality for more information about Sfi. If you are registered with Arbetsförmedlingen and participating in the introduction programme, contact your case worker at Arbetsförmedlingen.
Swedish as a second language
Once you have finished your Sfi studies you can continue with a programme of Swedish as a second language. Speak to the study and vocational guidance counsellor on the municipal adult education staff if you need help with your application.
If you are registered with Arbetsförmedlingen and participating in the introduction programme, contact your case worker at Arbetsförmedlingen for more information.
Occupational Swedish
Occupational Swedish is a Swedish language programme adapted to different industries and professions. This means you will be learning the Swedish you need in order to be able to work in a specific profession.
You need to be registered with Arbetsförmedlingen in order to attend Occupational Swedish programmes. Arbetsförmedlingen determines whether you are entitled to attend the programme.
