Sweden lowers salary threshold for foreign workers
Sweden will require foreign workers to earn 33,390 kronor monthly starting next summer. This falls short of the government's original promise to demand full median wages. The compromise reflects ongoing debates about immigration and labor needs.

Sweden will raise salary requirements for work permit immigrants next summer. The new threshold will be 33,390 kronor per month. This equals 90 percent of Sweden's median wage.
The government previously promised 100 percent of median wages in the Tidö Agreement. That would have meant 37,100 kronor monthly. Now they settled on the lower amount.
Migration Minister Johan Forssell confirmed the change. He said the level will be 90 percent moving forward. The original Tidö Agreement planned for full median wages.
This decision represents a compromise within Sweden's governing coalition. The Liberal Party previously opposed the higher threshold. They argued against this part of the Tidö Agreement last summer.
Why does this matter? Sweden faces labor shortages in key sectors. The government walks a tightrope between immigration control and economic needs. Lower salary requirements could help businesses fill positions.
The new rules take effect next summer. Work permit applicants must meet the 33,390 kronor monthly salary. That's approximately 3,200 US dollars at current exchange rates.