Citizenship for adults
You want to apply to become a Swedish citizen.
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There are different ways to apply for Swedish citizenship, depending on whether you are a Nordic citizen or if you are a citizen of another country, as well as whether you are between 18 and 21 years of age. To become a Swedish citizen, you must meet certain requirements.
You want to apply to become a Swedish citizen.
You are between the ages of 18 and 21 and want to file a notification to become a Swedish citizen.
You are a Nordic citizen and want to file a notification to become a Swedish citizen.
2025-03-21
Important changes for people applying for Swedish citizenship
New measures are being introduced to improve security in Swedish citizenship cases. The new measures also affect people who have already applied and are waiting for a decision.
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.