You have received a decision If your application for a residence permit has been rejected

You are a Swiss citizen or family member of a Swiss citizen and your application for a residence permit has been rejected.

You are a Swiss citizen or family member of a Swiss citizen and your application for a residence permit or application to extend a permit has been rejected.

Yes, you can appeal the Swedish Migration Agency’s decision. Information about how to appeal and the deadline for doing so is provided in the decision. If you choose to appeal, a court will review the decision.

Appeal a decision

If your application for a residence permit has been rejected, this means that you do not have the right to stay in Sweden. If the Swedish Migration Agency rejects your application while you are in Sweden, you will have a certain amount of time to leave the country. The decision will state how long you have to leave Sweden. If you stay longer than the deadline specified in the decision, you will be in the country illegally.

It is your responsibility to make sure you know what applies to you, so that you leave Sweden within the deadline stated in the decision.

If you have appealed the decision, you have the right to remain in Sweden while your appeal is being examined.

Once the decision has become final and can no longer be appealed, you must leave Sweden.

You need to plan your trip yourself and arrange for your passport and anything else you need in order to travel home.

If you have questions about your return journey, you can contact the Swedish Migration Agency.

News

2026-09-24

New look – same agency

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.

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.

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The Swedish Migration Agency is responsible for considering applications from people who want to live in Sweden, seek protection or become Swedish citizens. Our work is based on Swedish laws and international conventions, with a focus on legal certainty and effective reception and return.