Citizenship for adults
There are different ways to apply for Swedish citizenship, depending on whether you are a Nordic citizen or if you are a citizen of another country, as well as whether you are between 18 and 21 years of age.
You want to submit an application or notification to become a Swedish citizen or apply to retain, regain or be released from your Swedish citizenship.
There are different ways to apply for Swedish citizenship, depending on whether you are a Nordic citizen or if you are a citizen of another country, as well as whether you are between 18 and 21 years of age.
You want to apply for or file a notification of Swedish citizenship for your child or get information about when a child automatically becomes a Swedish citizen at birth.
Information about what it means to be a Swedish citizen, and about what dual citizenship means.
If you are not sure if you are a Swedish citizen, you can apply for a declaration of citizenship.
You can apply to retain or regain your Swedish citizenship. If you no longer want to be a Swedish citizen, you can apply to be released from your citizenship.
2026-06-05
New rules for Swedish citizenship from 6 June 2026
New rules for Swedish citizenship will come into force on 6 June 2026. This will affect you if you have applied, are planning to apply, or want to make a notification for Swedish citizenship.
2026-05-06
New rules for Swedish citizenship from 6 June 2026
New rules for Swedish citizenship will come into force on 6 June 2026. This will affect you if you have applied, are planning to apply, or want to make a notification for Swedish citizenship.