5 Legal Steps to Register Your Company in Sweden

Starting a business in Sweden is exciting — but knowing where to begin can be confusing. Here are five essential steps every entrepreneur should follow to register their company correctly.

1. Choose the right business type: Decide if you’ll operate as a sole trader (enskild firma), trading partnership, or limited company (AB).
2. Register your business name: Submit your application to Bolagsverket, Sweden’s Companies Registration Office.
3. Apply for F-tax and VAT: Contact Skatteverket (the Swedish Tax Agency) to get your business tax ID and register for VAT.
4. Open a business bank account: Keep your personal and business finances separate for transparency.
5. Maintain compliance: Keep accurate financial records and submit annual reports on time.

At Countwise AB, we help entrepreneurs handle registration paperwork efficiently so they can focus on building their dream business.