2026-09-24
The Swedish Migration Agency has a new logo. On 24 September, the new logo will replace the old logo on the Agency’s website. The new logo will be rolled out gradually across all digital services and communications.
You have a permit in Sweden – Live with someone You plan to travel abroad
You have a residence permit in Sweden and want to travel abroad for any length of time.
If you have a residence permit in Sweden, you can travel out of Sweden and back for as long as your permit is valid. You must have both a valid passport and your residence permit card.
With your passport and residence permit card, you can enter Sweden and move freely within the Schengen area for 90 days within a 180-day period. If you are travelling to a non-Schengen country, you may need an entry visa.
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2026-09-21
Russian non-biometric passports will no longer be recognised from 1 October
As of 1 October 2026, Swedish authorities will no longer recognise ordinary non-biometric passports issued by the Russian Federation. If you hold such a passport, you may therefore need to apply for a new passport.
2026-09-10
New rules for immigration due to family ties from 1 October
From 1 October 2026, new rules for immigration due to family ties will apply. This will affect you if you are a reference person in Sweden or if you are applying for, or want to extend, a residence permit to live with a family member in Sweden.
2026-07-13
New requirements regarding good conduct (vandel) for residence permits
From 13 July, stricter requirements regarding good conduct will apply to those applying for a residence permit in Sweden, for example on the grounds of employment or to live with someone.
2026-04-13
Easier to renew your permanent residence permit card
It will now be easier to renew your permanent residence permit card. You will automatically receive information and a request to book an appointment via My page well in advance of your current card expiring.