You have residence status as a British citizen or the family member of a British citizen and want to renew your residence status card or permanent residence status card.
Your residence status card is valid for five years. When the period of validity of the card expires, you must book an appointment with the Swedish Migration Agency to renew it.
During your visit, you will be photographed and fingerprinted for a new card. Bring a valid identification document with you.
Book an appointment for your visit
You retain your status even if you do not renew your residence status card. However, having a valid residence status card makes it easier to travel to and from Sweden, as you usually need to present the card at the border.
It costs nothing to renew a residence status card.
If you have proof of your residence status, you can apply for proof of permanent residence status when you have been in Sweden for at least five years and met the conditions for right of residence during these years.
You want to apply – Certificate of permanent residence status for British citizens
2025-03-05
The Swedish Migration Agency's new website has now been launched
On 5 March, the Swedish Migration Agency launched a completely new version of migrationsverket.se, with a new structure and a more user-friendly navigation. The purpose of the new website is primarily to make it easier for visitors to find the information they need.