Sweden - Apply for Dental Practitioner License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Dental Practitioner License, the applicant has to approach the National Board of Health and Welfare link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. They may conduct an examination or interview to evaluate your professional knowledge and skills.
10. For further process, the applicant has to follow the instruction given by the officer.
11. This entire process can be completed within 10 – 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Valid identification documents (passport, residence permit, etc.)
• Certified copies of your dental degree/diploma and academic transcripts
• Evidence of professional experience, including references or letters of recommendation
• Proof of Swedish language proficiency
• Good Conduct Certificate or equivalent from your home country
• Any other documents specified by the National Board of Health and Welfare

Office Locations & Contacts

National Board of Health and Welfare
Postal address: Socialstyrelsen, SE-106 30 Stockholm, Sweden
Visits: Rålambsvägen 3, Stockholm
Phone: +46 (0)75 247 30 00
Fax: +46 (0)75 247 32 52
E-mail: [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any dental-qualified person who intends to Apply for Dental Practitioner License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 10 – 15 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact address
• Age
• Zip code
• Nationality
• Fax
• Qualification details
• Email
• Mailing address
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Sweden, a Dental Practitioner License (Tandläkarlegitimation) is an official authorization that allows individuals to practice dentistry professionally.
• It is a legal requirement for anyone who wishes to work as a dentist or dental practitioner in Sweden.
• The license ensures that individuals have met the necessary qualifications and standards set by the Swedish authorities to provide dental care to patients.

Information which might help

• Once granted a Dental Practitioner License, individuals are legally permitted to practice dentistry in various settings, such as dental clinics, hospitals, or private practices.
• They are authorized to perform dental procedures, diagnose oral health conditions, develop treatment plans, and provide comprehensive dental care to patients within the scope of their expertise and training.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• It's important to note that maintaining a Dental Practitioner License requires adhering to professional standards, continuing education, and abiding by the ethical guidelines and regulations established by the Swedish dental authorities.
• License holders must also stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in the field of dentistry.