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Sweden’s Citizenship Vote

A vote in Sweden’s parliament changes the constitutional protection of citizenship. For dual nationals, the next step depends on a separate law.

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 13

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The Riksdag voted 292–51 on November 11 to change Sweden’s constitution, clearing the way for a future law to strip dual nationals of Swedish citizenship if they obtained it improperly or were convicted of a crime that seriously harms Sweden’s vital interests.

The constitutional amendment takes effect on January 1, 2027. T…

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