Protection and asylum in Sweden

News

• 8 June 2017

  Here, those of you who have a temporary residence permit based on a need for protection can apply for an extension

  If you want to remain in Sweden, you must apply for an extension before your temporary permit runs out, but not earlier than three months before. You can submit your application for extension in several locations around the country.

• 7 June 2017

  Opportunity for a longer residence permit for high school studies

  On 1 June 2017, new regulations came into force that can make it possible for those who have applied for asylum to receive a longer residence permit for high school studies.

• 10 March 2017

  If you have applied for asylum and received a temporary residence permit, you can apply for an extension starting in May

  If you have applied for asylum and received a temporary residence permit that is valid for 12 or 13 months, you can receive an extended residence permit if you are still in need of protection. You must then apply for an extension before your permit expires.

• 7 March 2017

  Changing demands on the size of your home when the family is united

  The Swedish Migration Agency has lowered the requirements for the size of housing for people in Sweden whose family are applying for residence permits to come to join them.

• 27 January 2017

  Syrian citizens can now apply for family reunification at the Swedish embassy in Khartoum

  As of 18 January 2017 Syrian citizens can apply for a residence permit to move to a family member in Sweden at the Swedish embassy in Khartoum.

• 12 January 2017

  Work placements for asylum seekers end

  As of 1 January the Swedish Migration Agency will not sign any new agreements on work placements for asylum seekers.