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Migration
Permanent residence: an exception for long-term illness
Illness or disability that lowers your ability to work long term can be a special reason for an exception to the support rule for permanent residence.27 Jul 20263 min read
Migration
Tougher family reunification rules from 1 October 2026
The Riksdag said yes on 13 August 2026. From 1 October 2026, a relative in Sweden on a temporary permit needs two years here before family can join.22 Jul 20265 min read
Politics
New Swedish citizenship rules from 6 June 2026
From 6 June 2026 Swedish citizenship needs 8 years in Sweden as a general rule, proof that you support yourself, and knowledge of Swedish. There are no transitional rules.21 Jul 20264 min read
Economy
Work permit salary rule: last day 1 December 2026
A work permit needs 34 470 kronor a month as the main rule. If you are extending an older permit, 30 640 kronor is enough up to and including 1 December 2026.21 Jul 20265 min read