Educated abroad
At Region Västernorrland, we welcome you with foreign qualifications and licenses to work with us. If you wish to work in Swedish healthcare, we are here to support you throughout the process – from applying for a Swedish license to finding your place with us.
If you don't find a suitable open position, you're welcome to submit an unsolicited application to: utlandsrekrytering@rvn.se
Swedish License – What You Need to Know
If you have a medical or healthcare education from abroad, you will need a Swedish license to practice in Sweden. Obtaining this license requires that your professional qualifications are approved, and you must also demonstrate proficiency in Swedish, Danish, or Norwegian.
The National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen) is the authority responsible for evaluating and issuing licenses, certifying specialist competencies, and providing various certificates. The process varies depending on whether your education is from within or outside the EU/EEA, and which profession you are seeking licensure for.
For more detailed information and to apply for a Swedish license or recognition of specialist qualifications, please visit the National Board of Health and Welfare’s website:
Application for a license in health care - Legitimation (socialstyrelsen.se)
Language Requirements for Swedish Licenses
To demonstrate your language proficiency, you must have an approved grade or certificate in one of the following, at the latest when you apply for the license:
- Swedish 3 or Swedish as a Second Language 3 at Komvux (adult education at upper secondary level)
- Swedish at level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
- A course or exam that qualifies you for university studies.
Equivalent knowledge in Danish or Norwegian is also accepted.
Region Västernorrland offers language training to help you reach the C1 level, and we can also offer further language training if you wish to improve your skills even more.
Working in Sweden
If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA, in most cases, you will need a work permit to work in Sweden. If you are offered a position with us and do not have a work permit, it is important to inform us so that we can assist you with the application process.
Work permit requirements (migrationsverket.se)
Benefits at Region Västernorrland
When you work at Region Västernorrland, you will enjoy many benefits that we offer our employees. In addition to language support and education, we also offer competitive employment terms and other perks.
Benefits at Region Västernorrland (rvn.se)
Contact
Are you educated in healthcare in a country other than Sweden and curious about the opportunities with us? We are here to answer your questions and guide you through the process.
For more information, feel free to contact Region Västernorrland via email: utlandsrekrytering@rvn.se