Briton facing forced separation from baby son after Sweden orders his deportation
Summary
A British man living in Sweden faces deportation, which could separate him from his 16-month-old son. Swedish authorities denied his request to stay, saying the country's immigration rules are more important than his family life, though he is appealing the decision based on his son's rights as a German citizen.Key Facts
- Simon Montgomery, a British photographer, lives in Sweden with his son, who is a German citizen through his mother.
- Montgomery applied to stay in Sweden after his son was born but was rejected by the migration agency and court.
- He is appealing the decision to a higher migration court, citing EU freedom of movement rights.
- The couple separated after the child's birth, but Montgomery has joint custody and a parenting plan.
- Swedish authorities said he has no proof of “actual care” for the child when the son stayed overnight with his mother.
- The court prioritized Sweden’s immigration rules over the father’s private and family life rights.
- Montgomery cannot leave Sweden to visit elderly relatives without risking being barred from returning.
- His lawyer argues deportation would harm the child’s stability.
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