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Migration
Sweden study permit: 15-hour work limit and new rules
From 11 June 2026 a Swedish study permit limits term-time work to 15 hours a week, sets yearly credit targets, and makes it harder to switch to a work permit.22 Jul 20264 min read
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Sweden: conduct now weighs more for a residence permit
From 13 July 2026 Sweden weighs your vandel (conduct) more when granting or revoking a residence permit. Debts and dishonesty can count, not only crime.22 Jul 20264 min read
Migration
Sweden proposes tougher family reunification rules
The government proposes a two-year wait and a wider income requirement from 1 October 2026, before family can join a sponsor who holds a temporary permit. Not yet law.22 Jul 20264 min read
Migration
Work permits would no longer be tied to one employer
The government proposes that from 1 February 2027 a work permit would not be tied to one employer, so holders could change jobs without a new permit. It is a proposal, not law.21 Jul 20264 min read
Migration
Ukrainians can switch permit without leaving Sweden
From 11 June 2026, people with protection under the mass-flight directive can apply for a work, study, or other permit from inside Sweden, without leaving first.21 Jul 20263 min read
Migration
Permanent residence ends for protection cases (2026)
From 12 July 2026 people with protection, humanitarian, or long-term-resident permits can no longer be granted permanent residence in Sweden. Existing permits are kept.21 Jul 20264 min read