Choose the option that's right for you
You can register in several different ways for sfi, depending on your previous knowledge.
Guide
How to start sfi
This is how you apply sfi for and begin to learn Swedish.
Meet a test educator
Once you have registered for sfi, you get to talk to a test educator in order to determine which study path and course that suits you the best. You speak in Swedish, English or in your mother tongue with the help of a relative. You may also book an interpreter at the reception or by phone.
The test educator asks you questions about
- previous education
- knowledge of foreign languages
- work
- your time in Sweden.
Choose a school
When you learn your study path and the course you are going to start on, you tell the test educator
- which school you want to attend
- what times you want to study
- if you need extra support.
The test educator will tell you if there is a vacant study place at the school you want to attend. If there is no vacancy, you can wait until a place opens up or choose another school.
Start your studies
You and the test educator decide together when you will start your studies. The school will send an invitation before the start of the course.