Dual nationality now possible in Sweden Dual nationality will soon be permitted in Sweden. On Wednesday, the 21 of February, the Riksdag approved new legislation on citizenship, whose provisions include the possibility of dual nationality. With this decision, Sweden will abandon its current practice of avoiding dual nationality. At present, Swedish citizens lose their nationality if they become nationals of another country. Foreign nationals who wish to become Swedish nationals are also obliged to relinquish their foreign citizenship.
Dual nationality has both advantages and disadvantages.
In the opinion of the Riksdag, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. As a result of increased internationalisation, it is now much more common than it was 50 years ago for people to settle somewhere other than their country of birth. Citizenship is an important factor in the integration process, and is a prerequisite for full political participation. Dual nationality also has a number of practical advantages. It is much easier for individuals with dual nationality to work in, visit or move back to their country of origin.