Deportations
All the latest news and analysis about deportations from Sweden.
Two hours inside Sweden's controversial detention hub for to-be-deported migrants
In a former office building estate in an industrial estate in southern Sweden, a world exists that isn't quite a prison – yet few are free to leave. The Local's Richard Orange visits the Migration Agency's detention centre in Åstorp.
IN DATA: How many teen deportations are there in Sweden?
Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson claims the issue of teen deportations affects only a few "individual cases". We know from our readers that it's more common than that, but statistics are hard to find.
How to join a protest about immigration laws in Sweden this weekend
Demonstrations are planned in nearly 30 different locations across Sweden on Saturday and Sunday (just Stockholm for that last one). Here's how you can join.
'I chose my mental health': Indian entrepreneur leaves Sweden after visa rejection
Abhijith Nag Balasubramanya's circular-system hydroponics startup was already providing locally-grown produce to a major grocery store in Skellefteå, northern Sweden, when his business visa was denied by the Swedish Migration Agency. He has now left Sweden.
Swedish parliament rejects 'stop law' to freeze ongoing teen deportations
Sweden's parliament on Wednesday rejected a proposal from the opposition for a "stop law" which would freeze ongoing deportation cases involving young adults – opening the government up to a new round of criticism on teen deportations.
'They came to their senses': Readers react to Sweden's deportation u-turn
Readers of The Local have given the government's agreement to reduce deportations a cautious welcome, although several expressed anger that it had taken so long to act and a few questioned how many people facing deportation would be allowed to stay.
EXPLAINED: Why Sweden’s Migration Agency is pausing rejections for young adults
The Migration Agency has explained the thinking behind its decision to pause rejections in certain cases involving young adults after the government and the Sweden Democrats announced a U-turn on so-called ‘teen deportations’ last week.
TELL US: What are your views on Sweden's deportation U-turn?
Sweden's government has struck an agreement with the Sweden Democrats to stop the deportation of young adults and of foreigners hit by the abolition of the track change law. We want to hear your views on this and whether it will affect you.
What we know so far about plans to stop forcing 'track changers' to leave Sweden
Sweden's government is considering allowing so-called 'track changers' the possibility to apply for a new work permit from within Sweden, instead of having to leave the country and reapply.
Sweden's government backs down on deportations in migration u-turn
Sweden's government has struck an agreement with the far-right Sweden Democrats to stop the deportation of young adults and of foreigners hit by the abolition of the track change law, backing down after a month of heavy media pressure.
What we know so far about the government's plan to end teen deportations
Sweden's government parties have backed down under pressure on teen deportations, announcing a 'safety clause' to reduce the number of young adults facing deportation after they turn 18. But the details are hazy. Here's what we know so far.
Sweden Democrat leader calls for freeze on teen deportations
Sweden Democrat leader Jimmie Åkesson has called for the country’s controversial ‘teen deportations’ to be suspended with immediate effect until a solution has been found.
Does Sweden need an 'integration amnesty' to stop deportations?
Few positions are more central on Sweden’s political right than the one Fredrik Kopsch holds as chief economist at Timbro. But as he launches a new book on deportations, Utvisad, which calls for an amnesty for integrated foreigners, he says his liberal views feel increasingly at out of place.
Moderate youth leader confident of solution for Sweden's teen deportations
Douglas Thor, leader of the Moderate Party’s youth wing, raised the issue of unfair deportations long before it became a top political issue. He isn’t seeking credit – he wants a solution for those affected.
Sweden's Migration Minister says 'no' to proposal to stop teen deportations
Migration Minister Johan Forssell has given a flat "no" to a stop law put forward by the opposition on the much-debated teenage deportations. The opposition's attempt to get such a law passed will be decided next week.
Sweden to increase deportations of convicted immigrants
Sweden's government on Wednesday said it wanted to drastically increase the number of immigrants deported after being convicted, saying any crime with a penalty higher than a fine should lead to a deportation as a rule.
Sweden's migration minister wants to solve teen deportation problem 'this year'
Sweden's Migration Minister Johan Forssell has said he hopes to solve the teen deportation problem "as soon as possible", telling reporters he does not have to wait until a new law with an exemption clause is scheduled to come into force next January.
Swedish employer organisations warn of teen deportation 'brain drain'
A number of Swedish employer organisations have warned that the deportation of teenage children of work permit holders risks causing a “brain drain” of highly-skilled workers.
Sweden's opposition parties demand law to stop teenage deportations
The Green Party has presented a new proposal to stop teenage deportations. This time, it is supported by a united opposition. "The government must act now," wrote Social Democrat spokesperson Ida Karkiainen in a statement.
EXPLAINED: How to avoid Sweden's teen deportation trap
Teen deportations are now a political issue in Sweden after increased reporting in Swedish-language media. The migration team at EY explained the problem to The Local and how to avoid it.
'If I’d known, I wouldn't have come': How Sweden's teen deportations deter skilled workers
They study at some of Sweden's top universities and their parents hold senior positions at companies like Tetra Pak, Ericsson, and Volvo Cars. The Local has heard from more than 50 people affected by the teen deportation issue.
INTERVIEW: 'Sweden is saying it wants experienced workers, but not their kids'
Software developer Besnik Barani works at one of Sweden's biggest engineering companies, while his daughter is a paid intern at Chalmers Institute of Technology. If the appeal in her teen deportation case fails, Sweden could end up losing both of them.
Swedish Migration Court denies teen deportation appeal in guiding ruling
In a key ruling on a 'teenage deportation' case, the Swedish Migration Court of Appeal has denied a Swedish residence permit to a young woman.