https://www.migrationsverket.se/webbfunktion/rss.html Latest from the Swedish Migration Agency sv Swedish Migration agency Sitevision Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:56:49 +0200 From 13 July, stricter requirements on good conduct (vandel) apply to residence permits. The new rules give the Swedish Migration Agency increased powers to refuse applications or revoke residence permits due to a lack of good conduct. https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-07-13-strengthened-requirements-for-good-conduct-and-honesty.html https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-07-13-strengthened-requirements-for-good-conduct-and-honesty.html Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:36:34 +0200 On 12 July, adjustments to Swedish regulations in line with the EU Migration and Asylum Pact will enter into force. In addition, the possibility of obtaining a permanent residence permit for people with asylum-related residence permits will be removed. The legislative changes are based on the Government’s proposal on the phasing out of permanent residence permits and the adaptation of Swedish law to the EU Migration and Asylum Pact (Government Bill 2025/26:262). https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-07-09-several-legislative-changes-in-the-field-of-migration-from-12-july.html https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-07-09-several-legislative-changes-in-the-field-of-migration-from-12-july.html Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:32:51 +0200 The Swedish Migration Agency is introducing a new logo featuring a heraldic coat of arms. The purpose is to more clearly reflect the Agency's role as Sweden's migration authority and as part of the Swedish state. At the same time, the change marks a new phase in the Agency's mission and its European cooperation under the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum. The rollout of the new logo will begin on 1 September and will take place gradually. https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-16-the-swedish-migration-agency-introduces-a-new-logo-featuring-a-heraldic-coat-of-arms.html https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-16-the-swedish-migration-agency-introduces-a-new-logo-featuring-a-heraldic-coat-of-arms.html Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:03:10 +0200 On 12 June 2026, the EU Pact on migration and asylum enters into force across the European Union. Together with 26 other countries, Sweden will apply a common legal framework for the management and reception of persons seeking international protection (asylum). The EU Pact on migration and asylum introduces far-reaching changes to how migration to and within the EU is managed. https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-12-common-migration-rules-introduced-for-eu-member-states.html https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-12-common-migration-rules-introduced-for-eu-member-states.html Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:02:00 +0200 New rules for work permits are now coming into effect in Sweden. The rules affect people who are applying for or extending a work permit for employment in Sweden. They also affect employers who want to employ people from countries outside the EU/EEA. https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-01-new-rules-for-labour-immigration-from-1-june.html https://www.migrationsverket.se/en/news-archive/news/2026-06-01-new-rules-for-labour-immigration-from-1-june.html