FinlandThose who rely solely on welfare benefits can no longer become Finnish citizens under new legal amendment.
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Despite promises – Sweden grants second-highest EU citizenships per capita
SwedenDespite promises of a "paradigm shift" in migration policy, only tiny Luxembourg is handing out more citizenships per 1000 inhabitants.
Sweden Democrats leader stands firm on loyalty pledge for new citizens
Sweden“The fact that individual investigators disagree cannot be taken into account to any great extent", emphasizes the SD leader.
Sweden Democrats: Make it possible for Swedish-born to lose citizenship
Sweden"I see no issue in principle with someone born in Sweden who holds dual citizenship being able to lose it", says Jimmie Åkesson.
Sweden plans to restrict new citizenships “to the extent possible”
SwedenThe government is criticized for the lack of concrete measures, and it is unclear whether there will actually be any significant difference compared to the past.
Sweden Democrats call for complete halt to citizenship applications
Sweden“Swedish citizenship should not be something that is handed out to just anyone, but should be reserved for people with a genuine love for our country”.
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Finland sees record number of citizenship applications
FinlandThe number of applications for labor migration is also historically high.
Swedish government opens for revocation of citizenship
Sweden"Legally possible" - even if the criminals become stateless, according to Swedish justice minister Gunnar Strömmer.
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Stricter requirements proposed for Finnish citizenship
FinlandWants to introduce a citizenship test and extend the requirements for residence time with a residence permit in the country.
Sweden to tighten criteria for citizenship approval
SwedenThe government wants to see requirements for "decent living" and better knowledge of Sweden and its culture.
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