Canonical page: https://eor-sweden.com/ Local employment / Sweden # Employer of Record in Sweden A clear plan for your next hire—from employment agreements to payroll and benefits. Tell us about your role and we’ll help you work through the details. - Discuss the right employment setup for your role - Understand payroll, benefits and ongoing support - Review the full cost before you commit [Discuss your hire →](#hiring-form)[Explore EOR services](https://eor-sweden.com/services) Your next step ## Let’s build your hiring plan. Start with your contact details. We’ll follow up to discuss your role and requirements. [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) ## The essentials, in one hiring plan. ### Employment setup Understand the employing entity, contract terms and responsibilities before signing. ### Payroll and benefits Discuss pay cycles, benefits, employee support and the scope of ongoing administration. ### A complete cost picture Separate service fees, salary, employer costs and any setup or exit charges. Made for your market ## Local details. Better decisions. Every hiring plan starts with the role and its location. Here’s what to discuss before employing someone in Sweden. 01 ### Collective agreements and employment terms Ask how this will be handled for your proposed role and who is responsible. Include the agreed scope in your hiring proposal. 02 ### Pension, insurance and other benefits Ask how this will be handled for your proposed role and who is responsible. Include the agreed scope in your hiring proposal. 03 ### Payroll schedule, leave and onboarding Ask how this will be handled for your proposed role and who is responsible. Include the agreed scope in your hiring proposal. ## Hiring in Sweden at a glance Capital Stockholm Currency SEK · Swedish krona Employer cost (statutory) ≈ 31.4% of gross Paid annual leave 25 days ## Employing in Sweden: the essentials Statutory employment costs, taxes and entitlements an Employer of Record handles on your behalf. ### Cost & tax Employer social contributions | ≈ 31.4% of gross salary | Employee social contributions | ≈ 7% of gross | Highest recorded income-tax rate | 15.6% | Corporate income tax | 20.6% | Tax and mandatory contributions wedge | 41.5% | ### Working time & leave Standard working week | 40 hours | Paid annual leave | 25 days | Public holidays | 13 days | Maternity leave | 14 weeks | Paternity leave | 14.9 weeks | Parental leave | 68.6 weeks | ### Pay & employment terms 13th-month salary | Not required | Statutory notice period | 14.4 weeks | Statutory severance | None statutory | ### Good to know in Sweden - No statutory minimum wage — pay floors are set by sector collective agreements (kollektivavtal). - Collective-agreement coverage is high (~88%), so CBA terms often govern pay, notice and benefits. ### Country research sources - [vat rate](https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/quick-charts/value-added-tax-vat-rates) · Source as of 2026-09-22 - [corporate tax rate](https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/quick-charts/corporate-income-tax-cit-rates) · Source as of 2026-09-22 - [dismissal procedure days](https://www.riksdagen.se/sv/dokument-och-lagar/dokument/svensk-forfattningssamling/lag-198280-om-anstallningsskydd_sfs-1982-80/) · Source as of 2026-09-19 - [min wage monthly](https://www.av.se/en/work-environment-work-and-inspections/foreign-labour-in-sweden/posting-foreign-labour-in-sweden/the-rights-of-posted-workers/) · Source as of 2026-09-18 - [parental leave weeks](https://www.forsakringskassan.se/privatperson/familj-och-barn/foraldrapenning) · Source as of 2026-09-12 - [maternity leave weeks](https://www.riksdagen.se/sv/dokument-och-lagar/dokument/svensk-forfattningssamling/foraldraledighetslag-1995584_sfs-1995-584/) · Source as of 2026-09-12 Sourced from OECD, ISSA and national authorities, latest data 2026. Figures are indicative and change over time — confirm specifics with our team before hiring. A practical approach ## A hiring plan built around Sweden Start with the role, work location and intended start date. An EOR proposal should explain who employs the worker, what payroll and benefits include, and how responsibilities are shared with your business. Review those details before you commit. [Explore hiring options for your business →](https://eor-sweden.com/for-business) ## A straightforward way forward. 1 ### Share your hiring plan Tell us about the role, location, team size and intended start date. 2 ### Review the arrangement Confirm service availability, the employing entity and the proposed scope. 3 ### Compare the full proposal Review costs, contract terms, benefits and support before deciding. 4 ### Agree the next steps Set a realistic schedule for documents, onboarding and the first payroll. ## Let’s discuss your hiring plan Ready to hire in Sweden? Share your requirements so we can discuss the next steps. Email: [info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com) ### Send us a message [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) --- Canonical page: https://eor-sweden.com/services # Our services in Sweden Everything you need to employ people in Sweden — payroll, HR, compliance and benefits, fully managed. [Discuss your requirements](#contact) ## What we do ### Payroll services Accurate, compliant payroll for your Sweden team. - On-time payroll in local currency - Taxes and social contributions filed - Payslips and year-end documents ### HR services Day-to-day HR administration, handled for you. - Compliant contracts and onboarding - Leave and time tracking - Ongoing HR support for your team ### Compliance services Stay compliant with Sweden labor law. - Local labor-law compliance - Statutory benefits and filings - Employment arrangement review ### Employee benefits Competitive, locally-compliant benefits. - Health and insurance - Pension / retirement - Localized perks and allowances ## Additional services ### Global mobility Visa and relocation support for moving talent into Sweden. ### Ongoing support Confirm support contacts, service hours and the escalation process. ### Consulting Expert guidance on hiring strategy and compliance in Sweden. ## Ready to get started? Let us handle your employment needs in Sweden. Email: [info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com) ### Send us a message [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) --- Canonical page: https://eor-sweden.com/for-business # Business solutions in Sweden Hire, pay and manage employees in Sweden without setting up a local entity. [Discuss your hire](#contact)[Explore solutions](#solutions) ## Business solutions ### Expand into a new market Test and grow in Sweden without the cost and delay of an entity. - A schedule agreed around your role - No entity setup [Learn more →](#contact) ### Start up Hire your first employees in Sweden with an agreed employment and payroll setup. - Compliant contracts - Payroll and benefits [Learn more →](#contact) ### Relocate talent Move existing team members into Sweden with mobility support. - Visa and relocation help - Local onboarding [Learn more →](#contact) ### Remote hiring Employ remote workers in Sweden compliantly. - Local employment contracts - Statutory benefits [Learn more →](#contact) ## How it works 1 ### Tell us who to hire Share the role and candidate in Sweden. 2 ### We draft the contract A compliant local employment agreement, ready to sign. 3 ### Onboard fast Your employee is set up with payroll and benefits. 4 ### We run the rest Payroll, taxes, compliance and HR — handled. ## Why choose us ### Local expertise On-the-ground knowledge of Sweden employment law. ### Fast onboarding Confirm the start date after reviewing documents and requirements. ### Clear responsibilities Review the responsibilities of your business and the employing entity in the agreement. ### Transparent pricing An itemized proposal showing fees, salary, employer costs and additional charges. ## Ready to expand to Sweden? Talk to a local expert about your hiring plans. [Discuss your hire](#contact) ## Get in touch Ready to expand your business to Sweden? Share your hiring requirements with our team. Email: [info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com) ### Send us a message [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) --- Canonical page: https://eor-sweden.com/for-professionals # Professional solutions in Sweden Work compliantly in Sweden with full benefits and local support. [Get started](#contact)[Learn more](#solutions) ## Professional solutions ### For contractors Convert to compliant employment in Sweden with full benefits. - Employment contract - Benefits and protections ### Remote work Work remotely for an overseas company while employed locally in Sweden. - Local payroll - Statutory benefits ### Payroll and tax administration Stay compliant with Sweden tax obligations, handled correctly. - Correct withholding - Year-end filings ### Relocation support Get help relocating to and settling in Sweden. - Visa guidance - Local onboarding ## Benefits ### Full local benefits Health, pension and statutory entitlements in Sweden. ### On-time pay Reliable payroll in your local currency. ### Employment terms Confirm the employing entity and the terms of your employment agreement. ### Dedicated support A local team to answer your questions. ## How it works 1 ### Get in touch Tell us about your situation and goals. 2 ### We set you up A compliant local employment arrangement in Sweden. 3 ### Get to work Paid on time with full benefits and support. ## Ready to work in Sweden? Talk to a local expert about your options. [Discuss your situation](#contact) ## Get in touch Ready to start your professional journey in Sweden? Contact our experts for personalized guidance. Email: [info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com) ### Send us a message [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) --- Canonical page: https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch # Get in touch with our Sweden experts Share your role, location and timeline so we can discuss your options. ## Contact us Email: [info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com) Include your intended start date and any questions about the arrangement. ### Why contact us? - No local entity required - Review the proposed employment arrangement - Agree a realistic onboarding schedule - An itemized cost proposal - Local HR and payroll experts - A single point of contact ### Send us a message [Request a hiring consultation](https://eor-sweden.com/get-in-touch) ## Frequently asked questions **How fast can we hire in Sweden?** The schedule depends on the role, documents, employment arrangement and payroll cutoffs. Confirm a start date after these have been reviewed. **Do we need a local entity?** No. As your Employer of Record we employ your team in Sweden on your behalf — no entity required. **What does it cost?** Request an itemized quote. Compare service fees separately from salary, employer costs, benefits and any setup, deposit or exit charges. **Who handles compliance?** The agreement should explain the employing entity’s responsibilities and those retained by your business. Discuss the scope for the role in Sweden before signing. ## Ready to hire in Sweden? Tell us about your role and hiring requirements. [Email info@eor-sweden.com](mailto:info@eor-sweden.com)