Some temporary-permit holders can seek citizenship if officials expect them to stay
Some temporary-permit holders can still qualify for citizenship, but the Migration Agency must usually decide whether their stay looks durable enough.
Sweden has removed the general route to permanent residence for several protection-based groups, but some people affected can still apply for citizenship without first securing permanent status. The route turns security into a forecast: the Migration Agency must normally decide whether an applicant has “well-founded prospects” of receiving a long-term permit.
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