A permanent residence permit may be revoked if a person has knowingly provided false information that led to the residence permit being granted or has knowingly concealed circumstances that were of importance in obtaining the permit. If a person has lived in Sweden with a permanent residence permit for more than four years, the permit can only be revoked if there are special reasons for it. Examples of such reasons may be if the person has spent long periods in another country. When assessing whether the residence permit should be revoked on the basis of incorrect information, the person's connection to Sweden, such as residence, work and family situation, is taken into account. It is also important to note that the Migration Agency has the burden of proof to prove that there are grounds for revoking the residence permit. The decision to revoke a residence permit can be appealed to the Administrative Court (Migration Court) and it is recommended to consult a Migration Court expert if you plan to appeal.
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