Sweden to Tighten Citizenship Rules: 8-Year Wait, Wage Threshold, Culture Test

• Sweden's center-right government announced stricter citizenship rules, including an eight-year residency wait.
• Applicants will face a minimum wage threshold and a test on Swedish society understanding.
• The new requirements are significantly tougher than current policies, according to Migration Minister Johan Forssell.
• Individuals with a criminal record will face longer waiting periods before applying for citizenship.
• The changes, supported by the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats, are expected to take effect on June 6.