Protection and asylum in Sweden
This is information for those who have sought asylum in Sweden. You can read more about what happens after you hand in an asylum application and when you have received your decision. This is also where you can find out more about your rights as an asylum seeker, in terms of work, accommodation, health and medical care and financial support.
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The Upper Secondary School Act ends on 20 January
20 January is the last day to apply for a permanent residence permit under the Upper Secondary School Act.
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Now you can see your complete decision on My Page
If you are waiting for a decision from the Swedish Migration Agency, you can now see the complete decision on My page. Previously, you have only been able to see if the decision is positive or negative, and the justification has only been sent home to you in paper format.
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Films about applying for asylum and about life in Sweden – introduction to Swedish society for younger children
Now there are films that explain to children what happens when they apply for asylum in Sweden and why they may need to answer some difficult questions. Children will also learn more about life in Sweden, about children’s rights and about laws that protect children.
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Changes to daily allowance and accommodation costs
In future, the Swedish Migration Agency will take your spouse’s or cohabiting partner's income into account when assessing your right to daily allowance and how much you have to pay for accommodation.
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Your right to an asylum seeker (LMA) card when you switch from asylum to a work permit
According to two new judgements by the Supreme Administrative Court, people who apply for a work permit after having their asylum application rejected (commonly referred to as “changing tracks”) continue to be entitled to support under the Act on Reception of Asylum Seekers. However, this does not necessarily mean that you are entitled to a daily allowance.