According to 2024 data from the Swedish Migration Agency, the number of Lebanese citizens granted first-time residence permits has shifted significantly compared to historical figures. In 2024, while Sweden overall issued over 93,000 permits, the specific grants for Lebanese nationals were primarily distributed among family reunification and work categories. Notably, Sweden granted the lowest number of asylum-related permits on record in 2024 (6,250 total for all nations), with Lebanese applicants representing a small fraction of this total. According to data from 2024, the Lebanese-born population in Sweden is more established, with the largest age groups being 40–44 years (3,777 individuals (2,062 men and 1,715 women)), then 55–59 years (3,751 individuals (2,111 men and 1,640 women)), 45–49 years (3,513 individuals (1,841 men and 1,672 women)) and finally 35–39 years (3,043 individuals (1,716 men and 1,327 women)).
Lebanese in Sweden
Published by Sami Ammoun
