Swedish Immigration Policies Tighten Ahead of Election
Rules require 8 years residency, 20,000 Swedish crowns monthly income, and two tests: civics and language.
Applicants with outstanding applications can apply immediately, while convicted individuals face 15-year waits after 4-year sentences.
Policy changes since 2016 follow 160,000 asylum seekers, contrasting with Germany's reduced residency period.
Sweden Democrats support stricter immigration policies amid concerns over gang violence.
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