Over 2,000 Afghans Received Swedish Citizenship in First Half of 2024
The Swedish Migration Agency reported that in the first half of 2024, citizenship was granted to 33,600 individuals. According to the published data, during this period, 2,519 Afghans also received Swedish citizenship.
The data indicates that citizens from Syria, Eritrea, and Afghanistan were the top three nationalities receiving Swedish citizenship in the first six months of the current year.
According to a report by Schengen News on Tuesday, the highest number of citizenships was granted in April, with 6,694 people, while the lowest was in June, with 4,775 people.
Three years ago, the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, implementing strict laws that drastically altered the lives of millions. These changes prompted many people to leave the country in search of safety and a better future, migrating to various countries.
