Discover Funding Opportunities

Increased Repatriation Grant

The repatriation grant is a financial grant offered by the Swedish Migration Agency that helps individuals who have received a residence permit in Sweden on grounds of protection needs and want to move back to their home country or another country where they have the right to live. To be eligible, applicants must be resident in Sweden and have received a residence permit on grounds of protection needs before 24 September 2024. Family members of eligible applicants can also receive the grant if they meet certain requirements. The grant amounts depend on household composition. Single adults can receive up to 350,000 SEK, while children can receive up to 25,000 SEK each. Spouses or cohabiting partners can receive a maximum of 500,000 SEK together, and households with adults and children can receive a maximum of 600,000 SEK total. The increased grant amounts became available starting January 1, 2026. This program is designed to provide financial assistance for repatriation and relocation expenses for those who wish to voluntarily return to their home country or another country where they have residency rights. The Swedish Migration Agency administers the application process and determines eligibility based on Swedish laws and international conventions.

Repatriation Grant for Voluntary Repatriation

The Repatriation Grant is a financial support program offered by the Swedish Migration Agency for individuals with residence permits based on protection needs who have decided to voluntarily move from Sweden. The grant provides financial assistance to cover the cost of travel and help recipients establish themselves in their home country or another country where they have the right to reside. The program is available to refugees, persons eligible for subsidiary protection, quota refugees, those with permits due to exceptionally distressing circumstances, and certain family members. The grant is paid out in three installments: 20% upon approval while still in Sweden, 40% upon arrival in the destination country, and 60% at least 15 months after departure once the Swedish residence permit is no longer valid or has been revoked. As of January 1, 2026, eligible individuals can receive up to 350,000 SEK per adult, 25,000 SEK per child, with household maximums of 500,000 SEK for couples and 600,000 SEK total. Recipients must demonstrate permission to live in their destination country, intend to permanently leave Sweden, and meet specific eligibility requirements. The program aims to support voluntary repatriation by providing meaningful financial assistance to help individuals restart their lives outside Sweden.