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Everything you need to establish your business in Sweden. Incorporate, file taxes, and stay automatically compliant. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
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Benefits
Why choose Commenda for your company expansion in Sweden
From formation to filings, we simplify Swedish market entry for cross-border businesses.
Choose the right Swedish entity for your business
We support the incorporation of Private ABs (Aktiebolag), the most common and trusted entity type for international companies entering Sweden.
Take the complexity out of Swedish compliance
Our experts help you handle VAT registration, corporate income tax filings, and annual reporting with Bolagsverket.
Comply with local governance and labor requirements
We assist with director appointments, board composition rules, payroll registration, and social security compliance.
Entity Types
Choose the right business structure for your company
Private AB
Private AB
A Private Limited Company (AB) is the most common choice for international founders registering in Sweden. It offers limited liability and access to the wider EU single market.
Benefits
- Owners’ liability is limited to their share capital contribution
- Minimum share capital requirement of SEK 25,000
- Recognised legal form for doing business and attracting investors
- Eligible to register for VAT and operate across the EU
- Straightforward registration process with Bolagsverket
Things to consider
- At least one board member must be an EEA resident
- Corporate income tax rate is 20.6%
- Annual accounts and statutory filings must be submitted to Bolagsverket
- VAT registration becomes mandatory if turnover exceeds SEK 80,000 annually
Got questions? Schedule a call with one of our experts
Choose a convenient time to speak with our Sweden incorporation team and get the answers you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreigners register a company in Sweden?
Yes, but at least one board member must be an EEA resident unless an exemption is granted.
What’s the minimum capital requirement for an AB?
SEK 25,000 in share capital.
How long does incorporation take?
Usually 2–4 weeks once documents are prepared.
Is VAT registration mandatory?
Yes, if your annual turnover exceeds SEK 80,000.
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