What Does the Swedish Citizenship Test Cost?

How the citizenship test works in practice

The citizenship test is a national knowledge test about Swedish society, developed by the Universitets- och högskolerådet (UHR, the Swedish Council for Higher Education) on behalf of the government. The test is part of the new rules for Swedish citizenship that come into force on 6 June 2026. The first test date is scheduled for 15 August 2026 in Stockholm, with more locations to be opened gradually.

According to UHR, the test consists of approximately 60 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 90 minutes. Each question has four answer options, where exactly one is correct. The test is written in Swedish and on paper in a supervised room. You may not bring a mobile phone, dictionary, or notes. There are no negative marks, so it is always beneficial to answer all questions even if you are unsure.

Migrationsverket (the Swedish Migration Agency) is the authority that processes your application for citizenship. Once your application is complete, you will receive an instruction letter stating when and where you are to take the test. You cannot freely choose the time or location yourself – the instruction comes from Migrationsverket in collaboration with UHR's test system.

After the test, you will be notified whether you have passed or not. If you fail, you can, according to the proposal, retake the test at the next regular opportunity. A failed test does not mean your citizenship application is immediately rejected – Migrationsverket always makes an overall assessment that also considers residence requirements, good conduct, and maintenance requirements.

Application fee to Migrationsverket

In addition to the test fee, you pay an application fee to Migrationsverket (the Swedish Migration Agency) for your citizenship application to be processed. The fee varies depending on whether you are applying as an adult, a stateless person, or a young adult. Check migrationsverket.se for current amounts.

The application fee is usually paid via bank transfer or card when you submit your application digitally or by post. The application will not be processed until the fee is paid.

The application fee is non-refundable if your application is rejected. Therefore, ensure all requirements are met before submitting.

13 knowledge areas from “Sverige i fokus”

The content of the test is based on UHR's official educational material “Sverige i fokus” (Sweden in Focus). The material is open, free, and divided into 13 clear knowledge areas. These cover broad aspects of society – from the rules of democracy to everyday issues of welfare, work, and traditions. These are the same areas on which the questions in the actual test are based, making them your most important checklist.

The 13 areas are: The Country of Sweden, Sweden's Modern History, How Sweden is Governed, Sweden's Democratic System, Political Elections and Parties, Law and Justice, Human Rights, The Role of the Media, Secular State and Multi-Religious Country, Sweden and the World, The Welfare Society, Labour Market and Personal Finances, and Traditions and Holidays. Each area contains both fact-based questions and questions that test your understanding of how society functions.

At Medborgarprovet.com, we have built a dedicated module for each of these 13 areas. You can choose to first identify which area you are weakest in and then practice specifically, or take a complete practice test with mixed questions from all areas – just like in the real test.

A good benchmark is to allocate at least a few hours per knowledge area, with extra focus on Law and Justice, How Sweden is Governed, and The Welfare Society. These areas are often perceived as the most extensive as they contain many institutions, concepts, and dates.

Costs for preparation

Preparation can be done entirely free of charge via UHR's open material “Sverige i fokus” (Sweden in Focus) and supplemented with free practice questions. However, many prefer a structured service that gathers everything in one place.

Medborgarprovet.com costs 299 SEK as a one-time fee for Premium, providing full access to the entire question bank, all module exercises, complete test simulations, and result history. No subscription, no commitment period.

Some also choose books or courses through adult education associations (folkbildning) and study associations (studieförbund). These can cost between 200–2000 SEK depending on their scope.

How to prepare with Medborgarprovet.com

Medborgarprovet.com is a private, independent practice service in Swedish. We are not a government authority and have no affiliation with UHR, Migrationsverket, or the government. Our mission is to make your preparations as simple, structured, and stress-free as possible so you can approach test day with confidence.

We recommend a simple three-week plan: in week 1, you focus on skimming all 13 module guides and taking short diagnostic tests. In week 2, you intensively practice the modules where you scored lowest, with active repetition every day. In week 3, you take at least three complete practice tests under timed conditions to get used to the pace of 60 questions in 90 minutes.

You can start for free: create an account and try our open practice questions immediately. If you want full access to the entire question bank, all module exercises, and complete test simulations, Premium costs 299 SEK as a one-time fee – no subscription, no commitment period. The same price applies regardless of where in Sweden you live.

After each completed practice test, you receive a detailed results overview showing which knowledge areas you master and which need more practice. Your history is saved so you can track your progress over time and see when you are ready for the actual test.

Total estimate – a calculation example

A typical example for an adult applicant might look like this: Application fee to Migrationsverket (check current amount on migrationsverket.se) + test fee to UHR (check uhr.se) + Medborgarprovet Premium 299 SEK + any travel to test location (0–2000 SEK).

For many, the total comes to 2,000–5,000 SEK, but it varies greatly depending on where you live and what help you choose. A large part of the cost is the application fee – the test fee and preparations are a smaller item in this context.

If you fail, an additional test fee to UHR may apply for the re-test. Your Medborgarprovet license remains valid at no extra cost.

Official sources and next steps

For official information on applications, waiting times, fees, and requirements, you should always consult Migrationsverket (the Swedish Migration Agency) (migrationsverket.se). For details on the test itself – content, times, test locations, and re-test rules – UHR (the Swedish Council for Higher Education) (uhr.se) is the correct source. The government publishes propositions and assignments on regeringen.se, which is good to monitor if you want to follow how the rules evolve.

Your next steps are typically: 1) Check that you meet the eight-year residence requirement, 2) read through UHR's “Sverige i fokus” overview, 3) create a free account here and take a diagnostic test to see where you stand, 4) set up a weekly plan and stick to it, 5) take practice tests under timed conditions in the last week before the actual test.

Remember that the citizenship test is only one of several components in the citizenship application. Maintenance requirements, good conduct, and identity requirements are also assessed by Migrationsverket. You can start preparing even before submitting your application – the earlier you start, the calmer the final sprint will be.