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
2026-06-01
New rules for labour immigration from 1 June
New rules for work permits are now coming into effect in Sweden. The rules affect people who are applying for or extending a work permit for employment in Sweden. They also affect employers who want to employ people from countries outside the EU/EEA.
2026-05-25
New rules for labour immigration – these occupations are exempted
The Government has now decided which occupations and groups will be exempt from the salary requirement. The decision also covers which occupations will be excluded from eligibility for work permits. The new rules will come into force on 1 and 11 June.
2026-05-06
New rules for Swedish citizenship from 6 June 2026
The Swedish Parliament has decided on new rules for obtaining Swedish citizenship. The requirements for habitual residence in Sweden and for leading a orderly life will become stricter. In addition, applicants will be required to be self-sufficient and to have a good knowledge of the Swedish language and Swedish society. The rules will come into force on 6 June 2026.