Exceptionally distressing circumstances

Exceptionally distressing circumstances In exceptional cases, an asylum seeker may be granted a residence permit even though they are not a refugee or person eligible for subsidiary protection. This requires exceptionally distressing circumstances. When the Swedish Migration Agency makes decisions, we make a comprehensive assessment of all the circumstances, such as a person’s health status, adaptation to Sweden, and the situation in their country of origin.

The Swedish Migration Agency is responsible for considering applications from people who want to live in Sweden, seek protection or become Swedish citizens. Our work is based on Swedish laws and international conventions, with a focus on legal certainty and effective reception and return.