Background & Purpose
There is a need to ensure that people who live in Sweden follow our laws and rules. The government wants to make it easier to deny or revoke residence permits for those who do not live in an orderly way.
The Decision
The Parliament voted yes to stricter requirements regarding 'vandel', which means your general lifestyle and conduct, when assessing residence permits.
Does this affect you?
- Asylum seekers and applicants for residence permits: Individuals applying for or holding residence permits will be subject to stricter scrutiny of their lifestyle and conduct.
- Individuals with significant debt or involved in dishonest financial activities: These individuals may find it easier to have their residence permits revoked or be denied a permit due to the new 'good conduct' requirements.
- Immigrants and foreign nationals residing in Sweden: The new rules broaden the grounds for denying or revoking residence permits based on their general behavior and adherence to societal rules.
In Practice
- Authorities will look closer at your lifestyle when you apply for a residence permit.
- It becomes easier to revoke a permit if you do not follow laws or official decisions.
- Having large debts or earning money through dishonest means can lead to losing your right to stay.
- The new rules apply to both new applications and when reviewing existing permits.