The migration pact is introduced on the 12 June

On 12 June 2026, the EU's Pact on migration and asylum is introduced. Among other things, this means that the EU will have common rules about how migrants will be controlled at the border, and what the procedure is when somebody applies for international protection (asylum).

The new rules apply to everybody who applies for international protection (asylum) in Sweden from the 12 June. If you have applied for asylum before the migration pact comes into effect, you will not be affected in the same way as those who apply on the 12 June or later. Contact your Unit for Reception if you have questions.

Read more about what the new EU migration and asylum pact is about

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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.