In January, a range of citizenship reforms were proposed in Sweden, increasing residency requirements from five to eight years and raising application fees from 1,500 to 2,900 kronor. A survey reflected mixed reactions: 42% were undecided on the fee increase, while 32% supported it. Critics pointed out that the raised fee imposes a burden on skilled foreigners who contribute to the economy. Proponents argue the increase is justified to fund reforms based on inflation considerations.
A higher fee won't restrict people from applying; instead, it creates a burden for legitimate highly skilled people who already started paying taxes from the day they landed in this country.
According to Kirsi Laakso Utvik, the head of the inquiry, the higher fee will be used to fund the reforms based on inflation adjustments.
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