Company Formation in Sweden

Transparency and openness of legislation create a predictable legal environment.

The company registration procedure is straightforward and can be completed through the electronic portal Verksamt.se.

Government support for innovative projects and a well-developed startup ecosystem in Stockholm attract entrepreneurs from various countries.

There are no special restrictions for foreign investors, and the high quality of life and economic stability create comfortable conditions for long-term business operations.

Sweden has an extensive network of double taxation agreements with more than 80 countries, creating favourable conditions for international holding structures.

The government agency Business Sweden assists foreign investors by providing consultations on entering the Swedish market and navigating the local business and regulatory environment.

a private limited liability company, the most common form for foreign investors. The minimum share capital is SEK 25,000. The company can be established by a single individual or legal entity of any nationality. Since 1 January 2020, the minimum capital was reduced from SEK 50,000 to SEK 25,000 by decision of the Swedish Parliament.

a public limited company with a minimum share capital of SEK 500,000. It requires at least one shareholder and is suitable for large-scale projects involving external investment, including an IPO.

a general partnership with unlimited liability for partners. A minimum of two partners is required, who may be residents or non-residents of Sweden. There are no share capital requirements.

a limited partnership with mixed liability. A minimum of two partners is required, one of whom bears unlimited liability while the other is liable only up to the amount of their contribution. There is no minimum share capital; the form is used for investment structures.

a sole proprietorship. Well suited for beginning entrepreneurs. It is not a separate legal entity, and income is subject to personal income tax. There is no minimum share capital.

an economic association, similar to a cooperative. Registration requires a minimum of three individuals or legal entities. This form is suitable for joint economic activity where members pool resources to achieve a common economic objective. There is no minimum share capital, and members’ liability is limited.

With a complete set of documents, registration with Bolagsverket takes approximately three weeks.

Including preparatory stages — opening a bank account, document preparation, and translation — the overall process may take from four to six weeks.

COREDO coordinates all stages and helps minimise delays.

An Aktiebolag must file an annual report (årsredovisning) with Bolagsverket no later than seven months after the end of the financial year.

The report includes a balance sheet, income statement, notes, and an auditor’s report (for companies exceeding the established thresholds).

Companies with turnover exceeding SEK 3,000,000 or more than three employees are required to undergo an audit.

The tax return is filed with Skatteverket, and deadlines depend on the chosen financial year.

Employers pay social contributions (arbetsgivaravgifter) at a rate of 31.42% of employee salaries, covering pension, health insurance, and other social programmes.

Companies are also required to maintain a shareholder register and promptly notify Bolagsverket of any changes in management or registered office address.

The cost of company formation in Sweden depends on the chosen legal form, capital structure, and scope of accompanying services.

For a personalised estimate, please contact our specialists.

COREDO also offers accompanying services: opening a bank account, legal support, and tax registration.

An entrepreneur from the CIS region planned to enter the Scandinavian digital services market.

Stockholm was chosen as the base due to its well-developed startup ecosystem and access to Scandinavian and European clients.

COREDO specialists helped determine the optimal form — Privat Aktiebolag (AB) with a minimum capital of SEK 25,000, which reduced the entry threshold.

The team prepared the incorporation documents, arranged the opening of an account at a Swedish bank, filed the application with Bolagsverket, and completed registration within four weeks.

After registration with Skatteverket, the client began providing services to Swedish and European customers.