Sweden - Register as a Sole Trader

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Procedure

Apply online

1. You may apply for the procedure online through verksamt.se - Apply ONLINE (link)
2. Use the link provided to download the form you need to apply for the permit.
3. Complete the application form and prepare attachments that are relevant to the permit. You can only attach files in PDF format. The system can automatically convert files in certain other formats, such as Word or Excel. Note: If you need help completing the application or have other questions concerning the permit, you should contact Swedish Companies Registration Office.
4. The application can be sent directly to Swedish Companies Registration Office or electronically. You just need to click the "Send application" button to send your application electronically.

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Required Documents

• Completed application

Office Locations & Contacts

Swedish Companies Registration Office

Telephone: 0771-670 670
Fax: 060-12 98 40
Email: [email protected]
Visiting address: Stuvarvgen 21, Sundsvall, Sweden

Contact the office from abroad
Telephone: +46 771 670 670 (or +46 60 18 40 00)
Fax: +46 60 12 98 40

Eligibility

The corporate form of sole trader is also sometimes called a sole proprietorship. It means a natural or physical person running and being liable for his/her own business. A company operated in this way is not deemed to be a legal person. The person carrying on the business is personally liable for contracts entered into and debts being paid.

When you start a sole proprietorship, you do not need to have any initial capital.

To register as a sole trader, you must not:

• be younger than 16 years of age
• be under bankruptcy
• be subject to trade prohibition
• have an administrator/trustee

Fees

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Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

• Registration as a Sole Trader (PDF)
• Other Sole traders forms

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Instructions

Register as a sole trader with the Swedish Companies Registration Office.

Required Information

• personal identity number (personnummer)

Need for the Document

This procedure provides information on how you can register as a sole trader in Sweden.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

• After you have registered as a sole proprietorship, your personal identity number (personnummer) functions as the companys identity number.
• Registration gives you the sole right to the name of your business in the industry and in the county where you operate your business.
• Registration is not normally a requirement, but may be necessary if you participate in public procurement processes or if your business requires permits to conduct certain activities.

External Links

• verksamt.se
• Swedish Companies Registration Office

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