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News, analysis, and prep guides for the Swedish citizenship test (medborgarskapsprovet). Laws and rules can change over time and our articles may not always reflect the latest updates — for official, up-to-date information always refer to Migrationsverket and UHR.
May 14, 2026
Sweden's 8-Year Residency Rule (2026): Who's Affected and How to Count Your Years
From 6 June 2026, the residency requirement for Swedish citizenship rises from 5 to 8 years. Spouses 7 years, Nordic citizens 2. Here's how to count your years correctly.
→May 14, 2026
August 15, 2026: Everything About Sweden's First Citizenship Test
The first medborgarskapsprov is on August 15, 2026. Test format, registration via UHR, what's covered, languages, scoring, and how to prepare in the time left.
→May 14, 2026
Is the Swedish Citizenship Test Delayed? The 2026–2028 Timeline Explained
Civics test runs on August 15, 2026 as planned. Swedish language test pushed to autumn 2028 at the earliest. Here's the full picture.
→May 14, 2026
Best Apps & Resources to Study for the Swedish Citizenship Test (2026)
The most useful iOS apps, the official UHR book, and the free study tools we recommend for the August 2026 medborgarskapsprov — compared side by side.
→May 12, 2026
Sverige i fokus — The Official UHR Book for Sweden's Citizenship Test
The official UHR study book for the Swedish citizenship test (medborgarskapsprov) is here. Learn what all 13 chapters cover and the smartest way to study for the test.
→May 9, 2026
What's New in the 2026 Swedish Citizenship Rules — Complete Breakdown
Everything that changed in Sweden's citizenship law from 6 June 2026: 8-year residence, civics test, self-sufficiency rule, and what it means for current applicants.
→May 14, 2026
Children and Swedish Citizenship After June 6, 2026: New Rules Explained
From 6 June 2026, children can no longer be included in a parent's Swedish citizenship application. They must apply separately. Here's the full process and what families need to know.
→May 8, 2026
30-Day Prep Plan for the Swedish Citizenship Test (Free)
A free 30-day study plan to prepare for medborgarskapsprovet. Daily topics, weekly quizzes, and two full mock exams. Designed for the August 2026 pilot.
→May 7, 2026
Do the New Rules Apply to My Pending Citizenship Application? — 2026 Guide
If you applied for Swedish citizenship before 6 June 2026, do the new 8-year rules apply to you? Yes — Migrationsverket has confirmed there are no transitional arrangements.
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