Retaining Swedish citizenship
If you are a Swedish citizen, were born abroad, and reside abroad, in some cases you can lose your Swedish citizenship when you turn 22. If you do not want this to happen, you can apply to keep your citizenship.
You want to apply Retaining, regaining or being released from Swedish citizenship
You can apply to retain or regain your citizenship if you risk losing it or have lost it. If you no longer want to be a Swedish citizen, you can apply to be released from your citizenship.
News
2026-07-12
Exemptions from the requirement for a permanent residence permit to obtain Swedish citizenship
From 12 July, as a general rule, permanent residence permits will no longer be granted. Consequently, some people with temporary residence permits may apply for Swedish citizenship without having a permanent residence permit.
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.