Sweden Considers Denmark Policy to Help Former EU Residents

Sweden is considering adopting Denmark's immigration policy.

This move could help long-term foreign residents who lost legal status.

Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell spoke to public radio on September 9, 2026.

He said the government is looking into the Danish solution.

Denmark previously allowed British nationals to reapply for residence after Brexit deadlines passed.

Over 350 British residents in Denmark missed the 2021 deadline.

Denmark extended its deadline to late 2023 to protect residents.

In contrast, Sweden rejected over 27 percent of British applications.

Swedish police have removed 458 British citizens since Brexit.

Forssell admitted the situation is very sad for affected families.

He noted that Sweden wants to keep long-term residents in the country.

However, applicants must still meet personal responsibilities.

The Swedish Migration Agency did not send direct letter reminders to individuals.

Media outlets like The Local first highlighted these deportation cases in 2023.

Official stats show Sweden accounts for many post-Brexit EU removals.

If Sweden adopts the Danish model, foreign residents may get new application paths.

Cross-border families in Denmark and Sweden should watch for new Swedish rules.

This report relies on information from The Local.