Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Government-formation talks postponed, citizenship language tests delayed until 2029, and more news from Sweden on Thursday..
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Swedish agency calls for citizenship language tests to be postponed until 2029
The Swedish Council of Higher Education (UHR) has proposed delaying the introduction of language tests for citizenship by two more years, with the reading and listening test taking place in autumn of 2029 and the speakin…
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Swedish Migration Agency 'may pause citizenship applications for tests'
A Swedish Migration Agency manager has told Sveriges Radio that citizenship applications lacking proof of Swedish language skills will be put on hold rather than rejected, contradicting earlier statements..
Are government language tests in Europe integration policy or just political posturing?
With governments across Europe tightening citizenship and residency requirements, language and country knowledge tests are often framed as measures of integration. But are governments really talking to domestic political…
Press release - Periodic vehicle checks: MEPs ready to start talks with Council
On Thursday, plenary endorsed the opening of negotiations with Council on revising the EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and roadside inspections for vehicles.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © Europea…
Press release - MEPs update requirements for periodic vehicle checks
EU citizens should have more ways to get a car checked, but frequency of mandatory tests should not change, say Transport and Tourism Committee MEPs.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP…
Swedish government scraps language tests for permanent residency
Sweden's government has dropped plans to bring in compulsory language tests for those applying for permanent residency, a spokesperson for Migration Minister Johan Forssell has told The Local..
Which countries in Europe impose language tests for residency permits?
Certain countries across Europe demand foreign citizens pass a language test to qualify for certain residency permits. But how does each country compare and what level of language do they require?.
Swedish government considering language screening for young children
Sweden’s government wants to investigate the possibility of introducing tests to screen the Swedish skills of young children to make sure they can speak the language sufficiently before starting school or preschool..
How can you show proof of Swedish and civics knowledge for citizenship?
Citizenship applicants will need to prove knowledge of Swedish language and civics from June 6th – even if they applied before this date. The only problem? Sweden’s citizenship tests won’t be ready then.
Sweden's language requirement will apply from June despite lack of test
The new language and civics requirements for Swedish citizenship will start to apply from June 6th, even though the official tests will not be ready. Applicants will be required to prove their ability in other ways, the…
Will my Swedish citizenship application be rejected due to a test which doesn’t exist yet?
The Swedish government has now confirmed that any citizenship application not concluded by June 6th risks being processed under the new rules and rejected. But with tests not ready until next autumn, what does that mean…
Swedish government delays language tests for citizenship by a year
Sweden's government has delayed the launch of the first language test for citizenship for over a year after Stockholm University, which was responsible for developing the test, said it could not have it ready in time..
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Government delays language tests for citizenship by a year, leader of Swedish Armed Forces calls for European nuclear deterrent, and other news from Sweden on Monday..
What do we know about the Sweden Democrat MP under investigation for drink driving?
SD Member of Parliament Katja Nyberg, a former police officer who has been the party spokesperson for police issues, was stopped for suspected drunk driving over the holidays. Blood tests have now come back positive for…
Sweden 'has plan' to push forward citizenship law despite test delays
Sweden's government has a plan to bring in its centrepiece citizenship law next year, despite the universities responsible for language and civics tests saying they can not meet the deadline of next August..
Why is the Sweden Democrats' 'immigration map' not getting more pushback?
In this week's podcast: reactions to Sweden Democrats' 'immigration map'; where did brands like Billys and Gorbys get their names?; Swedish humour, Migration Agency contact centres closing; delays to language tests for c…
What we know so far about possible delays to Swedish citizenship tests
The Swedish Council of Higher Education said this week that it would not be able to meet the August 2026 deadline for bringing in language and civics tests for citizenship. Here's what we know so far..
Language test for Swedish citizenship could be delayed for up to two years
Sweden's long-planned language and civics tests for citizenship could be delayed by as much as two years, Swedish media reports, claiming the government agencies responsible have said meeting the proposed start date of A…
UPPDATERAS: Ukrainskt angrepp mot Moskva Oblast, flygbas och oljedepå uppges träffade – Saab kan öppna Gripenfabrik i Ukraina
Ukraina genomförde i natt ett omfattande anfall mot militära mål i flera ryska oblaster, inklusive Moskva Oblast, där en flygbas och en oljedepå uppges ha träffats. Saab uppges beredda att öppna en flygplansfabrik i Ukra…
Driving in Europe: New EU law to require medical tests and end 'licences for life'
The European parliament has adopted a new law making EU-issued driving licences valid for just 15 years, requiring drivers undergo a medical test before renewing..
How to choose the right Swedish language certificate
Getting a job or education in Sweden often requires you to prove your Swedish skills? There’s no single official certificate — instead, there's a mix of tests and providers. Here’s how they work, what they cost, and whic…
Why Swedish universities are refusing to design citizenship tests
Government battles universities on citizenship tests, and is Sweden the new Mediterranean? For Membership+ subscribers: why citizens of some countries are struggling to get permanent residency, and sensitive documents fo…
UPPDATERAS: Massiv rekordstor rysk terrorbombning mot västra Ukraina, 15 skadade när kaffemaskinfabrik bombades
Ryssland genomförde i natt en massiv rekordstor terrorbombning med 614 robotar mot främst västra Ukraina där en amerikansk tillverkare av kaffemaskiner bombades och femton personer skadades. Rester av en KN-23 ballist…
Swedish universities slam government's timeline for citizenship tests
Sweden is set to roll out language and civics tests for citizenship next summer. But the universities tasked with developing the tests say that timeline doesn't give them nearly enough time..
Today in Sweden: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Swedish government proposes criminalising virginity tests, new report reveals Swedes' reading habits, and overcharged subletter gets 120,000 kronor back. Here's the latest news..
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