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Sweden migration and residency policy changes

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Sweden is implementing more stringent migration and residency policies. In June 2026, the parliament approved a law allowing the Migration Agency to revoke residence permits if a foreigner’s conduct is deemed incompatible with a “respectable way of life.” This criterion includes factors such as tax evasion, unpaid debts, undeclared work, and ties to extremist groups. The law allows for the reassessment of existing permit holders, potentially leading to expulsion without a criminal conviction. As of August 2026, the Riksdag is preparing to vote on further restrictions regarding family reunification. Supported by the Tidö parties, parties—including the Moderate, Christian Democrat, Liberal, and Sweden Democrat parties—the government proposes that individuals with temporary permits must reside in the country for at least two years before applying to bring family members. The government also intends to implement higher maintenance and income standards for both labor and family-based immigration. The opposition—comprising the Social Democrats, Left Party, Centre Party, and Green Party—is attempting to block these measures, advocating measures. They advocate for a one-year residency requirement where the waiting period begins from the date of application. Furthermore, the government has proposed Opposition members warn that requiring maintenance and income standards must to be met every time a temporary residence permit is extended. Opposition members warn these rules extended could create “constant instability for families,” potentially forcing individuals to choose between circumstances like job loss medical necessities, such as abortion, or family growth and the risk of deportation. These developments follow March 2026 changes that raised maintenance requirements for labor immigration to 90 percent of the median wage. The governing parties, including the Moderate Party, argue these measures are necessary to ensure Sweden remains competitive and does not become a more attractive destination for migrants than other EU nations.

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