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Practical guides, official updates and deep dives into Swedish civics — everything you need to know before the new citizenship test.
Bakgrund
Stockholm and Gothenburg universities are developing the Swedish citizenship test on the government's mandate. Here are the universities behind it — and their criticism.
Nyheter
The Swedish citizenship test rolls out in stages: civics in 2026, language test in 2028. Here's what the government's latest update means.
Demokrati
The Instrument of Government, Freedom of the Press Act, Fundamental Law on Freedom of Expression and Act of Succession make up Sweden's constitution. Here's how each works.
Krav & regler
Under 16, over 67 or have a documented disability? You may be fully exempt. Plus: alternative paths to meet the knowledge requirement without taking the test.
Nyheter
The language test is pushed to autumn 2028 and a limited civics test runs in 2026. Here's the new timeline for the Swedish citizenship test.
Nyheter
The delay to the Swedish citizenship test doesn't change the rules for current applicants. Here's how it affects pending and planned applications.
Bakgrund
Universities should research and teach, not build political tests. Here's the criticism of the government's mandate to develop the Swedish citizenship test.
Nyheter
The first Swedish citizenship test is held on 15 August 2026 in Stockholm. UHR opens 1,000 free seats; after that the fee is SEK 2,000 and the test rolls out nationally.
Krav & regler
Three income base amounts per year — about SEK 20,850/month before tax. Salary or business count; subsidised employment doesn't. Here's the full picture.
Krav & regler
The conduct requirement for Swedish citizenship demands an 'honorable and respectable way of life'. Here's what counts — and what disqualifies.
Internationellt
Finland and Sweden are both introducing citizenship tests, but responsibilities, content and exemptions differ. Here's the comparison.
Krav & regler
Sweden's new citizenship rules follow the Danish model — longer residency, language test, income requirement. Here's the full comparison.
Krav & regler
Longer residency, an income requirement, tougher conduct review and a new citizenship test. Here's what changes for Swedish citizenship from 6 June 2026.
Översikt
The complete guide to Sweden's 2026 citizenship test: when it starts, who must take it, what it covers, and how to prepare.
Ämnesområden
UHR's official study material 'Sverige i fokus' defines exactly what the citizenship test covers. Here's the full syllabus, chapter by chapter.
Krav & regler
Six requirements must be met from 6 June 2026: age, residency, identity, conduct, income and knowledge. Here is the full picture.
Demokrati
The Riksdag passes laws, the government runs the country and four fundamental laws hold it together. How Swedish democracy actually works.
Anmälan
Registration goes through UHR after a letter from Migrationsverket. Here's the full process — from application to test day to result.
Språk & prov
Two separate tests are required for Swedish citizenship. One measures civics, the other Swedish proficiency. Here's how they differ — and how to prepare for both.