Sweden
VerifiedKey Figures
Income Tax Range
0%–20%
Tax year 2025
Employer Contribution Rate
31.42%
On gross salary
Employee SS Rate
7%
Deducted from gross
Minimum Wage
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Income Tax Brackets
Tax year 2025
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Tax Only Band | SEK 0 — SEK 643,100 | 0% |
| Statlig Skatt (State Tax) | SEK 643,100 — and above | 20% |
Social Security Contributions
Employee and employer contribution rates
Employee Contributions
Allmän Pensionsavgift General Pension Employee
Capped at SEK 598,500
Employer Contributions
Arbetsgivaravgift Employer Social Contributions
Employment Rules Summary
Key obligations for employers in Sweden
Minimum Wage
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Annual Leave
25 days
Sick Leave
—
Notice Period
1 day
Probation Period
6 days
Maternity Leave
480 weeks
Paternity Leave
10 weeks
Overtime Rate
1.5× standard rate
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
13th Month Pay
Not required
Health Insurance Schemes
Employer obligations in Sweden
Swedish Public Health (Landsting/Region)
PublicUniversal tax-funded public health system administered by 21 regional health authorities. Funded primarily via regional income tax and employer social contributions (included in the 31.42% arbetsgivaravgifter). No separate health insurance premium. Covers all residents for medical, dental (under 23), and hospital care.
Employer
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Private Health Insurance (Sjukvardsforsakring)
Private — OptionalEmployer-sponsored private health insurance provides faster access to specialists, physiotherapy, and mental health services. Since 2018, employer-paid premiums are a taxable benefit in kind for the employee. Premiums are deductible for the employer. Major providers include Bupa, Skandia, and Folksam.
Employer
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Official Sources
Government authorities for Sweden employment and tax
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