Residence permit
To stay in Sweden, you need a residence permit. Here you will find information about what happens after you have applied for asylum.
The asylum process
Here are links to information about the asylum process. You can read about what happens after you have submitted an asylum application and when you have received a decision. You can both read about what applies if your application is rejected and have to leave the country, and about what happens if you get a residence permit and get to stay in Sweden. You will also find information about whether your case should be examined in another country under the Dublin Regulation.
Read more under Protection and Asylum in Sweden
Most asylum seekers are covered by a law called the Act (1994:137) on the Reception of Asylum Seekers, etc. Anyone who is covered by that act will receive a card called an LMA card. The card shows that you are an asylum seeker and you should always carry it with you.
More information about LMA cards is available here
Activities during the asylum process
As an asylum seeker, you can participate in various activities to start learning the Swedish language, find out about Swedish society and the labour market or improve your health. NGOs, study associations and cultural associations organise these activities. Your reception unit can provide information on what activities are available in your location.
Citizenship
If you are allowed to stay in Sweden, it may be possible to apply for Swedish citizenship when you have had a permanent residence permit and have been a resident in Sweden for a certain number of years.
