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Apply to Swedish for Immigrants (SFI)

This guide shows you step by step how to apply for Swedish for Immigrants (SFI), who can attend, which study paths are available, and what support you can receive.

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Please note that all forms and digital applications (e-services) are currently in Swedish. Contact Citizen Service if you need help in English.

1. How to apply for SFI in Boden

1.1 Contact Lärcentrum

Visit Sandenskolan in central Boden or contact Lärcentrum by phone or email. You can also book a digital meeting.

1.2 Register your interest

Get in touch with a study and career counselor at Lärcentrum and let them know that you want to study SFI.

1.3 Prepare documents

Bring any previous certificates or documents that show your educational background.

1.4 Placement interview

After registration, you will be called to an interview where your background and study habits are assessed. At this stage, your course start and study format are also decided.

1.5 Choose study format

Decide whether you want to study full-time, in the evenings, or online.

1.6 Start your studies

The waiting time is usually a few weeks, but no longer than three months.

2. Who can study SFI?

You have the right to study SFI from the year you turn 16, if you lack basic knowledge of Swedish and hold a valid residence permit.

3. Study paths and courses

SFI is organized into three study paths:

  • SFI 1: Courses A–D for students with little or no prior schooling.
  • SFI 2: Courses B–D with a slower or normal study pace.
  • SFI 3: Courses C–D with a faster pace for students with good study experience.

4. Placement and waiting time

  • Once you’ve registered your interest, you will be called to a placement interview.
  • The waiting time is normally a few weeks, at most three months.

5. Study formats

  • Full-time
  • Evening classes
  • Online (distance learning)

6. New initiative: “Speak Swedish with practice”

Combines theoretical Swedish lessons with practical training.

  • Study Path 1, courses A/B
  • 50% SFI and 50% practice over 48 weeks

7. Additional support via adult education

Lärcentrum also offers basic and upper secondary courses, vocational training, exam services, and study and career guidance.

8. New arrivals and civic introduction

  • JobbCenter helps with government contacts, education applications, and integration.
  • The Establishment Program provides support and civic orientation for two years, with SFI as a central part.

Do you want to access a specific document? Contact Citizen Service, and we will help you retrieve and read the full document.

contact

Education administration Lärcentrum

E-mail: larcentrum@boden.se

Phone: +46 921 627 52