This is what the Swedish Migration Agency does
The Swedish Migration Agency's mission is to examine applications from people who want to come to Sweden for various reasons, for example to work, study or receive protection.
The Swedish Migration Agency is the authority that considers applications from people who want to take up permanent residence in Sweden, come for a visit, seek protection from persecution or become Swedish citizens.
The Swedish Migration Agency answers
The Swedish Migration Agency answers is a series of articles where we use facts and figures to describe different parts of the Swedish Migration Agency's activities.
The Swedish Migration Agency answersNews
2026-07-09
Several legislative changes in the field of migration from 12 July
On 12 July, adjustments to Swedish regulations in line with the EU Migration and Asylum Pact will enter into force. In addition, the possibility of obtaining a permanent residence permit for people with asylum-related residence permits will be removed. The legislative changes are based on the Government’s proposal on the phasing out of permanent residence permits and the adaptation of Swedish law to the EU Migration and Asylum Pact (Government Bill 2025/26:262).
2026-06-16
The Swedish Migration Agency introduces a new logo featuring a heraldic coat of arms
The Swedish Migration Agency is introducing a new logo featuring a heraldic coat of arms. The purpose is to more clearly reflect the Agency's role as Sweden's migration authority and as part of the Swedish state. At the same time, the change marks a new phase in the Agency's mission and its European cooperation under the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. The rollout of the new logo will begin on 1 September and will take place gradually.
2026-06-12
Common migration rules introduced for EU Member States
On 12 June 2026, the EU Pact on migration and asylum enters into force across the European Union. Together with 26 other countries, Sweden will apply a common legal framework for the management and reception of persons seeking international protection (asylum). The EU Pact on migration and asylum introduces far-reaching changes to how migration to and within the EU is managed.