No permanent residence permits for former asylum seekers from 12 July

From the 12 July, people who have a permit in Sweden on the grounds of protection cannot be granted a permanent residence permit (PUT).

Following changes to the law, it is no longer possible for people who have a permit on the grounds of protection to be granted a permanent residence permit (PUT).

If you have already been granted a permanent residence permit, you are not affected by this change.

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No permanent residence permits for former asylum seekers or their family members

Long-term residents are granted a five-year residence permit

Exemptions from the requirement for a permanent residence permit to obtain Swedish citizenship

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.