Background & Purpose

Situations within the migration sector can sometimes create severe threats to public order or internal security in Sweden, creating a need for stricter border controls.

Proposals & Debate

The government proposed granting itself the authority to temporarily ban transport companies from bringing individuals without valid identity documents into Sweden and to issue fines against companies that break these rules, in order to protect essential societal functions.

The Decision

After a vote in the Swedish parliament where 246 members voted yes and 54 voted no, the government's proposal was approved, giving them the right to implement these transport bans when necessary.

Does this affect you?

  • Transport companies: Must check identity documents more strictly on routes to Sweden to avoid facing potential fines.
  • International travelers: Must always carry valid identity documents when traveling across borders into Sweden.

In Practice

  • Transport companies operating routes to Sweden can be legally required to check valid identity documents for all passengers.
  • Companies that fail to follow the temporary ban risk having to pay financial fines.
  • The rules can be activated by the government only if there is a serious threat to public order or internal security.
  • The new legislation enters into force on March 1, 2024.