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As an HR Manager in Sweden searching for talent, there is a good chance that you are looking to fill specific skills gaps in your company. You may be interviewing for talent in India, China, Russia, and other Eastern countries. In recent years, Swedish companies have become skilled at identifying and validating candidates from different parts of the world using today’s tech tools like Skype calls with webcams and remote skills testing to reduce the need to travel for interviews. Knowing how to find the right candidate is important; however, equally as crucial is getting their work permit pushed through the Swedish Migration Agency swiftly and effectively. You don’t want to lose a top candidate to another firm because of delays. Here’s how to get a head start.