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Rates verified January 2026 · https://www.skatteverket.se

Sweden VAT Calculator 2026 (Moms)

Standard 25% · Reduced 12% food and hotels · 6% books and transport

Sweden has a standard VAT rate (moms — mervärdesskatt) of 25% — one of the highest in the EU. A 12% reduced rate applies to food, hotel accommodation, and some services. A 6% rate covers books, newspapers, public transport, and cultural events.

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All Sweden VAT rates

Standard Rate
Most goods and services — electronics, clothing, cars, most services, restaurant meals
25%
Reduced Rate
Food and non-alcoholic drinks, hotel accommodation and camping, some repair services, restaurant food (takeaway)
12%
Super-reduced Rate
Books, newspapers and magazines, public transport, concerts and sporting events, museum entry, maps
6%

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Standard VAT rate
25%
Sweden · SEK
Reduced: 12%Super-reduced: 6%Zero rate: 0%
Registration thresholdSEK 80,000 annual taxable turnover
VAT number formatSE followed by 12 digits (e.g., SE 123456789001)
Filing frequencyMonthly or Quarterly
Exempt / Zero-rated categories
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Financial services
  • Insurance
  • Some cultural services

Sweden VAT (Moms) Rates — 2026

Sweden has a 25% standard VAT rate — among the highest in Europe. The 12% reduced rate covers food, hotel accommodation, and some repair services. The 6% rate covers books, newspapers, public transport, and cultural events. Sweden's high VAT funds extensive public services.

Sweden VAT — frequently asked questions

What is the Swedish VAT rate in 2026?

Sweden's standard moms rate is 25% — one of the highest in the EU. Reduced rates are 12% (food, hotels) and 6% (books, transport, culture).

How do I remove 25% Swedish VAT?

To remove 25% Swedish moms: divide by 1.25. kr125 ÷ 1.25 = kr100 net.

VAT rates in other countries

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates5%🇦🇺 Australia10%🇨🇦 Canada5%🇨🇭 Switzerland8.1%🇳🇴 Norway25%🇸🇬 Singapore9%🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia15%🇹🇷 Turkey20%United Kingdom20%Germany19%France20%Netherlands21%Italy22%Spain21%Ireland23%New Zealand15%India18%Brazil17%Japan10%Poland23%Mexico16%South Africa15%

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Disclaimer: VAT rates and rules change. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Always verify current rates with the official Sweden tax authority or a qualified tax professional before making filing or business decisions.