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01/09/2026

DEPORTATION STOPPED AT THE LAST MOMENT

A family facing a final removal decision had already arranged their departure from Sweden.

Following important new developments, new residence permit applications were submitted, and our Jurist, Rashid Mehmood, requested inhibition of enforcement.

Shortly before the family’s planned departure, the Swedish Migration Agency granted inhibition and suspended the enforcement of the expulsion decision until further notice.

The family can now remain in Sweden while their new residence permit applications are being processed.

This case shows the importance of carefully assessing new circumstances and available legal remedies, even where there is already a final removal decision. Every migration case is different and must be assessed on its individual circumstances.

29/08/2026

Important update for young adults who turn 18 while living in Sweden on a family-based residence permit. From 1 October 2026, new rules under Sweden’s national family reunification framework may allow certain young adults aged 18 to under 21 to continue their residence based on family ties.

The reform also introduces, for some former child dependants, a temporary possibility to apply from within Sweden on another qualifying basis, such as work, higher education, another family relationship, or an EU Blue Card.

Our Jurist, Rashid Mehmood, has explained these important changes, who may be affected, and the key legal conditions in the full article.

Read the full post for details.

Sweden’s new family reunification reform introduces important changes for certain young adults who previously received residence permits as children under Sweden’s national immigration rules but have since turned 18. This distinction is important.

18/08/2026

Professionalism is reflected in every detail.

At IRA Consulting AB, the focus is on providing clear, structured and reliable legal and consultancy services to individuals, families and businesses.

The approach is straightforward: understand the circumstances, identify the relevant issues and provide clear, practical guidance.

From the advice provided to the way each matter is handled, the objective remains the same: professional service, careful attention and a client-focused approach.

15/08/2026

Sweden’s New Family Reunification Rules: What Changes from 1 October 2026?

Sweden is introducing significant changes to its family reunification rules, with the principal legislative changes entering into force on 1 October 2026.

To make these changes easier to understand, we have prepared a 17-part information series explaining the most important aspects of the reform and what they may mean in practice.

The series covers the new two-year residence requirement and its exceptions, stricter and expanded maintenance requirements, rules affecting extensions, special provisions for young adults, workers, researchers, EU Blue Card and ICT families, health insurance requirements, protection against violence and serious abuse, DNA evidence, and the important transitional rules for applications submitted before 1 October 2026.

One point is particularly important: the new rules do not affect every family in the same way. For example, holding a temporary residence permit does not automatically mean that family members must wait two years. The applicable legal provision, the sponsor’s residence status, the family relationship, possible exceptions, maintenance requirements, and the timing of the application must all be considered.

Please follow Parts 1 to 17 for a structured overview of the changes.

Legal references:
- Utlänningslagen (2005:716), as amended |
- Prop. 2025/26:301
- Bet. 2025/26:SfU37 |
- Riksdag decision, 13 August 2026

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31/07/2026

Sweden’s citizenship rules have changed, but do all applicants need to take the Swedish language and Swedish society tests?

Our Jurist, Rashid Mehmood, explains how applicants can demonstrate their knowledge of the Swedish language and Swedish society, and when the official citizenship tests may be required.

Read the full article below.

One of the most common questions about Sweden's new citizenship rules is the following: "Do I have to take a Swedish language test and a Swedish society test to become a Swedish citizen?" The short answer is no, not for everyone. However, the full answer is more nuanced.