Automatic citizenship for children
In some cases, children can automatically become Swedish citizens by birth, adoption, the marriage of their parents, or if a parent becomes a Swedish citizen.
You want to apply Citizenship for children
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.
News
2025-05-22
People applying for citizenship will receive a letter about visiting the Swedish Migration Agency
If you are applying for Swedish citizenship, you will be called to a personal visit to the Swedish Migration Agency to verify your identity. You will receive a letter from us when it is your turn to book a visit.
2025-05-20
Are you going to visit the National Government Service Centre?
From May onwards, there will be changes to which of the Government Service Centers offer the services of the Swedish Migration Agency.
2025-03-21
Important changes for people applying for Swedish citizenship
New measures are being introduced to improve security in Swedish citizenship cases. The new measures also affect people who have already applied and are waiting for a decision.