Swedish Business Consultants
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Company Registration & Compliance

Your first step to doing business in Sweden – done right

Setting up a company in Sweden involves more than just paperwork — it requires navigating a legal and regulatory framework that can be challenging for foreign businesses. We ensure your business is registered correctly from day one, helping you avoid delays, unnecessary costs, and compliance issues.
We guide you through choosing the right legal entity, preparing documentation, filing with Swedish authorities, and securing essential registrations such as tax IDs, VAT numbers, and employer accounts. If your industry requires special permits or licenses, we manage the application process on your behalf.
Once your business is established, we provide ongoing compliance support to keep you aligned with Swedish law, from annual reporting and corporate governance to labor regulations and statutory filings. Our goal is to give you peace of mind so you can focus on growing your business.

Entity Type Consultation

We help you select the most suitable legal structure for your Swedish operations — whether it’s a limited liability company (AB), branch office, subsidiary, or representative office. Our advice considers your tax strategy, ownership structure, operational plans, and long-term growth objectives to ensure your setup supports both flexibility and compliance.

Documentation Preparation

Our team manages the drafting, translation, and preparation of all required legal documents, including articles of association, board minutes, shareholder agreements, and power of attorney documents. We ensure everything meets Swedish legal standards and is submission-ready without delays.

Company Registration Process

We oversee the complete registration with the Swedish Companies Registration Office (Bolagsverket), ensuring forms are correctly completed, fees are paid, and all required information is filed promptly. We keep you informed throughout the process so you know exactly when your company is officially established.

Tax and VAT Registration

We handle the applications for corporate tax registration, VAT number, and employer registration with the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket). This ensures you can start trading, hiring staff, and invoicing customers without administrative bottlenecks.

Industry-Specific Licenses and Permits

Certain industries in Sweden require additional regulatory approvals — for example, financial services, healthcare, import/export, or construction. We identify all necessary permits, prepare the documentation, and liaise with the relevant authorities until approval is granted.

Corporate Governance Setup

We help establish the governance framework that Swedish corporate law requires, including setting up the board of directors, internal policies, shareholder agreements, and statutory record-keeping systems that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.

Labor Law and Employer Compliance

If your Swedish entity will employ staff, we assist with drafting employment contracts in compliance with Swedish labor laws, handling union relations, and ensuring adherence to collective bargaining agreements and mandatory insurances.

Annual Reporting and Filings

We make sure your company meets all statutory deadlines, from submitting annual financial statements and annual reports to filing shareholder meeting minutes and auditor reports when required.

Ongoing Compliance Monitoring

Regulations in Sweden — particularly in taxation, employment, and reporting — evolve over time. We provide continuous monitoring and proactive alerts so your company remains compliant and avoids penalties.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

All company information, shareholder data, and corporate documents are handled under strict confidentiality and in full compliance with GDPR. Our secure processes ensure your business interests and sensitive data are always protected.

The fastest way depends on the chosen legal entity. Registering a limited liability company (AB) with a pre-approved name and prepared documentation can take just a few weeks. We manage the entire process to minimize delays and ensure all requirements are met from the start.

It depends on your ownership, tax strategy, operational plans, and long-term goals. Common options include a limited liability company (AB), branch office, subsidiary, or representative office. We provide tailored recommendations based on your industry, business model, and risk profile.

Not necessarily. Many steps can be handled remotely with proper authorization documents. However, certain actions — such as opening a local bank account — may require an in-person visit, which we can help you coordinate.

For a private limited liability company (AB) in Sweden, the minimum share capital is currently SEK 25,000. This capital must be deposited in a Swedish bank account before registration is finalized.

Most companies can be registered in 2–6 weeks, depending on the entity type, the accuracy of submitted documents, and whether any additional permits are required. We provide a clear timeline in our proposal and keep you updated at each stage.

Ongoing obligations typically include annual reports, tax filings, board meeting minutes, shareholder meeting documentation, and — for employers — compliance with labor laws, insurances, and union agreements. We offer ongoing support to ensure you meet all requirements.

Yes. We handle applications for corporate tax, VAT, and employer registration with the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) so that you can start operating without administrative bottlenecks.

Absolutely. For regulated sectors such as finance, healthcare, transport, import/export, and construction, we identify the necessary permits and manage the application process from start to finish.

We provide continuous compliance monitoring, regulatory updates, and proactive reminders of filing deadlines. This ensures you avoid penalties and maintain a good standing with Swedish authorities.

Yes. All documents, shareholder information, and corporate records are handled under strict confidentiality and GDPR-compliant procedures, with secure data transfer and storage.

From registration to long-term legal security
We handle the rules so you can run your business