In October 2025, a new unemployment insurance law will take effect. Some key changes include qualifying based on income, membership duration affecting benefit levels, and income months determining the benefit period. Anyone already receiving benefits in October will follow the current rules.

Which rules apply to me?

I am unemployed now The current rules apply

I will become unemployed after 1 October These new rules apply to you

I have received benefits in the past five years Contact us

These rules take effect on 1 October 2025.

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Income requirement

How to qualify for compensation under the main or alternative rule. 

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Basic requirements

You must be registered with Arbetsförmedlingen (the Swedish Public Employment Service), actively job seeking, and located in Sweden.

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Benefit amount

How many days and how much compensation you can receive from the unemployment insurance fund.

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No work in the last year?

Learn about the qualifying period and what can extend it if you haven’t worked in the past year.

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Membership benefits

Unemployment insurance secures your future. Longer membership means higher benefits.

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For employers

Fewer reporting requirements. We will collect income data from Skatteverket (the Swedish Tax Agency).

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