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
2026-10-01
New Reception Act comes into force on 1 October
A new Reception Act comes into force on 1 October. It replaces the Act on Reception of Asylum Seekers (LMA). Among other things, the new Act means that more people will be covered by the Swedish Migration Agency’s reception system and introduces new rules on geographical restrictions and control measures.
2026-10-01
New rules for young adults and people who want to move to a family member in Sweden
The Swedish Parliament has adopted new rules on immigration due to family ties that come into force on 1 October 2026. Among other changes, certain young adults who previously held a residence permit on the grounds of family ties will be able to apply for a residence permit from within Sweden. The rules also affect people who want to move to a family member in Sweden and people who want to extend their residence permit to continue living with a family member in Sweden.
2026-09-24
The Swedish Migration Agency’s new logo is now being introduced
The Swedish Migration Agency has a new logo, which is now being introduced. The new logo, featuring a heraldic coat of arms, is intended to make it clearer that the Agency is part of the Swedish state.