Sweden proposes stricter immigration rules ahead of elections

Sweden's government will introduce a bill requiring migrants to live "honestly" or face deportation, aiming to revoke residence permits for non-compliance with laws, tax evasion, or benefit fraud. The right-wing administration, facing September elections, seeks rapid reforms to tighten immigration controls. Migration Minister Johan Forssell stated that failure to pay debts, ignore court decisions, or cheat benefit systems would disqualify migrants from residency. The policy also targets those linked to extremism or who lied on applications, with potential revocation starting July 13. This follows Sweden's EU summit participation amid Middle East tensions affecting energy security.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/03/24/sweden-to-deport-migrants-not-following-honest-living/