Sweden: Refusal of Entry and Re-entry Ban Period Extended
April 8, 2025
Effective immediately, refusal of entry or expulsion decisions are now valid for five years from the time the foreign national leaves the country (up from four years from when the decision came into effect). Additionally, the Migration Agency has been granted the authority to issue longer re-entry bans for individuals who have not left Sweden following an expulsion decision. This measure is part of Sweden’s broader efforts to strengthen immigration enforcement and align with evolving migration policies across Europe.
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