Mar 12 • 13:20 UTC 🇸🇪 Sweden Aftonbladet

Kristersson: Free to submit a new application

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced that all individuals are free to submit new applications regarding immigration, but those with existing deportation orders must leave the country first.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has declared that individuals can freely submit new applications regarding immigration despite an ongoing pause on deportation decisions by the Migration Agency, specifically concerning a controversial issue known as "teenage deportations." This pause was confirmed after an agreement among the Tidö parties to reconsider the regulations affecting young immigrants. The government’s upcoming changes are perceived to be favorable for younger applicants, leading to the suspension of any decisions until new rules are established.

However, this announcement comes with a significant caveat: those who have already received a legally binding deportation decision are not included in this moratorium on deportations and must leave the country. Kristersson emphasized the importance of adhering to the current law, indicating that established legal decisions will remain in effect until new legislation is passed. His advice to vulnerable young individuals highlights the complexity and urgency of navigating the current immigration landscape in Sweden.

The recommendation for these young individuals to submit new applications is paired with a stern warning. If they do not leave the country within the specified time frame, they risk being subject to a re-entry ban, which would complicate any future efforts to secure legal residency or asylum. This stance by the Swedish government reflects the ongoing debates surrounding immigration policies and the challenges faced by young immigrants in particular, amidst a backdrop of shifting political attitudes about migration in Sweden.

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