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Can education or grades replace the test?

Yes, in some cases. Grades from Swedish education can show the knowledge, but it is Migrationsverket that decides whether your grades are sufficient.

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If you have studied in Sweden, your grades can in some cases be used as proof that the knowledge requirement is met. This concerns education that includes Swedish and civics (samhällskunskap).

Many people especially wonder if SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) is enough. There is no general answer that applies to everyone — it depends on which course and grade is involved, and on how the rules are designed. Include your grades with your application and let Migrationsverket assess it.

Keep your grades and final certificates. That is your proof, and you are the one who needs to be able to show it.

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