Grants and benefits in Sweden
Bidragskoll gathers 65 grants, benefits and support schemes from 35 authorities and funders. You do not need to know what the scheme is called – describe your situation and we show what appears to apply to you.
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The detail page for each scheme is in Swedish – it reproduces the conditions the way the source states them. The official names of the schemes and authorities always remain in Swedish, so that you find the right one at the authority.
Private individuals — 47 schemes
- Aktivitetsersättning vid nedsatt arbetsförmåga eller förlängd skolgångActivity compensation for young people with medically impaired work ability for at least one year or medically extended elementary/high school time.
- AktivitetsstödCompensation for participation in decided AF programs.
- Allmänt tandvårdsbidrag (ATB)General dental care allowance is used at connected dental care from the year you turn 20.
- Arbets- och långtidsstipendium inom bild och formTime to work for professional visual and applied artists. Next application period: 9 October–11 November 2026.
- Arbetslöshetsersättning (a-kassa)Income-based unemployment compensation according to the rules from 1 October 2025.
- BarnbidragChild allowance for guardians of younger children or certain older children who are still in school.
- Bidrag till barn i familjer där pengarna inte räckerLocally tested financial support for concrete needs of children in families with strained finances, up to and including the year the child turns 18.
- Bilstöd vid funktionsnedsättningCar support requires very large transport obstacles that are expected to last at least nine years and a specified circle of people.
- BostadsanpassningsbidragMunicipal contribution to necessary fixed housing adaptations in case of functional impairment.
- Bostadsbidrag för unga (18–28 år)Income-tested housing allowance for 18–28 year-olds without children.
- Bostadsbidrag till barnfamiljerFor families with children where children live at least 30 days per year.
- Bostadstillägg för pensionärerMeans-tested housing supplement for pensioners living in Sweden.
- Etableringsersättning för deltagande i etableringsprogrammetCompensation for actual participation in the Employment Service's establishment program.
- FlerbarnstilläggMulti-child allowance for at least two children who may be counted together.
- Fri scenkonst, verksamhetsbidragAnnual activities for professional independent performing arts organisations with several productions and other funding. The next round needs confirmation.
- Försörjningsstöd (ekonomiskt bistånd)The social service makes an individual household assessment of income, assets, necessary costs and opportunities for self-support.
- FöräldrapenningReimbursement when you care for children or as a pregnant woman no earlier than 60 days before the birth.
- GarantipensionBasic protection in general pension in case of low calculated income pension.
- Glasögonbidrag för barn och ungaContribution to prescribed glasses or lenses for children and young people.
- Hitta en namngiven lokal stiftelseLocal foundations have different purposes and rules. Some also cover individuals and companies; choose a foundation before assessment.
- Högkostnadsskydd för sjukvårdHigh cost protection limits certain patient fees in outpatient care for twelve months.
- Inackorderingstillägg för gymnasieelever som bor på studieortenHousing allowance from CSN for certain independent high schools and folk high schools.
- Internationellt resebidrag till det fria kulturlivetTravel and international presentation for professional independent cultural organisations. Next round: 15 September–13 October 2026.
- Internationellt utbyte och resebidrag inom musikPersonal support for professional musicians’ international exchanges and travel. The current round closes on 22 October 2026 at 14:00.
- Investeringsstöd för ökad konkurrenskraft i jordbruk, trädgård och rennäringSupport for specified primary production investments, such as livestock buildings, greenhouses, field drainage and reduced ammonia emissions. The share, ceiling and application round depend on the measure and county.
- Kulturbryggan, välj program och finansieringsformKulturbryggan has several programmes. Choose Artistic Renewal or New Financing Models and the correct funding form before assessment.
- Litteraturstöd till professionella utgivarePost-publication support for professionally published literature, normally within six months of publication. Applications are ongoing; up to 70 000 kr per book.
- Merkostnadsersättning vid funktionsnedsättningCompensation for own reasonable extra costs caused by functional impairment.
- NärståendepenningFor those who forgo income to support someone with a life-threatening condition.
- OmställningsstudiestödStudy support for people with work experience, from the calendar year they turn 27 through the year they turn 63.
- Omvårdnadsbidrag för barn med funktionsnedsättningCompensation for a child's extra nursing or supervision needs in the event of a disability that lasts at least six months.
- Produktionsstöd till kort fiktionsfilmProduction of short fiction films with an experienced producer and director. Applications are ongoing; grants over 500 000 kr require a limited company.
- Projekt inom musikområdet, fria svenska aktörerTime-limited projects in the professional independent music sector involving at least two artists. Applications: 13 August–10 September 2026.
- Regionalt investeringsstöd till företagCo-financing of investments in support area 1, 2 or 3. The region or Tillväxtverket assesses the application according to investment size and circumstances.
- SjukersättningFor medically impaired work ability that lasts the rest of working life.
- SjukpenningSickness allowance requires medically impaired working capacity by at least one quarter and a compensation basis.
- Skolskjuts i grundskolanThe municipality examines the student's transport needs based on distance, traffic, disability or other special circumstances.
- Startstöd till unga jordbrukare, trädgårds- och rennäringsföretagareIf you are no older than 40 and are establishing a commercial primary production business for the first time, you can apply for 150 000 or 300 000 kr. The local application round must be checked.
- Studiemedel (bidrag och studielån)Student finance consist of grants and a voluntary repayable loan.
- Studiemedel för utlandsstudierStudent finance for approved studies abroad.
- Stöd för elevresor på gymnasietThe home municipality is responsible for daily high school trips when the journey is at least 6 km and the student is entitled to study assistance.
- Stöd till start av näringsverksamhetPersonal program support during a tested business start-up.
- Stöd vid frivillig återvandringFor certain permit groups with permit no later than 12 September 2024 who voluntarily want to settle permanently outside EU/EEA/Switzerland.
- Targeted Mobility Scheme (jobb i annat EU-land)Contribution to certain costs in European recruitment.
- Tillfällig föräldrapenning (vab)Vab normally replaces loss of income when a child cannot go to regular care for an acceptable reason.
- UnderhållsstödMaintenance support fully or partially replaces non-existent maintenance.
- ÄldreförsörjningsstödFor people aged 67 or over, or 66 or over if born in 1959, whose income is insufficient for reasonable living and housing costs.
Companies — 22 schemes
- Bidrag till kulturarvsarbeteDefined nonprofit cultural heritage projects that preserve, use or develop heritage for the public. Annual period: 1 December–31 January.
- Bygdemedel från vattenkraft – lokala och länsvisa omgångarPublic-benefit projects in communities affected by hydropower. The area, applicant and application period must be checked with the relevant county administrative board.
- Energimyndighetens energiutlysningar – välj en aktuell omgångProgramme overview for energy- and climate-related research and innovation. A specific call must be selected before project eligibility, amounts and deadlines can be assessed.
- Europeiska solidaritetskåren – volontärprojekt för ledande organisationerOrganisations with a lead Quality Label can apply for a project budget. MUCF's information about the autumn 2026 round is contradictory; the current application opportunity needs confirmation.
- Fri scenkonst, verksamhetsbidragAnnual activities for professional independent performing arts organisations with several productions and other funding. The next round needs confirmation.
- Hitta en namngiven lokal stiftelseLocal foundations have different purposes and rules. Some also cover individuals and companies; choose a foundation before assessment.
- Innovativa Startups 2026 – kommande utlysningFor innovative Swedish limited companies with international ambitions. Applications open on 12 October 2026 and close on 12 January 2027 at 14:00. Full call conditions will be published when it opens.
- Internationellt resebidrag till det fria kulturlivetTravel and international presentation for professional independent cultural organisations. Next round: 15 September–13 October 2026.
- Investeringsbidrag till allmänna samlingslokalerInvestment in nonprofit public community halls. The annual application deadline is 1 December; wait for the current opening date.
- Investeringsstöd för ökad konkurrenskraft i jordbruk, trädgård och rennäringSupport for specified primary production investments, such as livestock buildings, greenhouses, field drainage and reduced ammonia emissions. The share, ceiling and application round depend on the measure and county.
- Kulturbryggan, välj program och finansieringsformKulturbryggan has several programmes. Choose Artistic Renewal or New Financing Models and the correct funding form before assessment.
- Ladda bilen – nya laddpunkter för organisationerOrganisations can apply for new charging points for residents, employees, business vehicles or guests. Applications are ongoing, but rules depend on use and economic activity.
- Leader – projekt och samarbeten i ett godkänt leaderområdeSupport for local development projects under the Leader area's strategy. Business projects may also receive support; individuals' subprojects may need an umbrella project.
- Litteraturstöd till professionella utgivarePost-publication support for professionally published literature, normally within six months of publication. Applications are ongoing; up to 70 000 kr per book.
- Lönebidrag vid nedsatt arbetsförmågaEmployer documentation for wage subsidy in a concrete matter where AF has made a decision or requested a supplement in writing.
- NystartsjobbEmployer support for new employment of a concrete person in a specified target group.
- Produktionsstöd till kort fiktionsfilmProduction of short fiction films with an experienced producer and director. Applications are ongoing; grants over 500 000 kr require a limited company.
- Projekt inom musikområdet, fria svenska aktörerTime-limited projects in the professional independent music sector involving at least two artists. Applications: 13 August–10 September 2026.
- ProjektstödDevelopment projects with the target group’s influence and a plan for continued activities. Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
- Projektstöd till kultur i Stockholms län – första omgången 2027Prepare a time-limited cultural project in Stockholm County. The first round 2027 opens on 5 October 2026.
- Regionalt investeringsstöd till företagCo-financing of investments in support area 1, 2 or 3. The region or Tillväxtverket assesses the application according to investment size and circumstances.
- Skapande skolaSchool providers apply for pupils’ encounters with professional art and culture. Applications for 2026 are closed; the next round needs confirmation.
Associations and civil society — 24 schemes
- Bidrag till kulturarvsarbeteDefined nonprofit cultural heritage projects that preserve, use or develop heritage for the public. Annual period: 1 December–31 January.
- Bygdemedel från vattenkraft – lokala och länsvisa omgångarPublic-benefit projects in communities affected by hydropower. The area, applicant and application period must be checked with the relevant county administrative board.
- Energimyndighetens energiutlysningar – välj en aktuell omgångProgramme overview for energy- and climate-related research and innovation. A specific call must be selected before project eligibility, amounts and deadlines can be assessed.
- Europeiska solidaritetskåren – volontärprojekt för ledande organisationerOrganisations with a lead Quality Label can apply for a project budget. MUCF's information about the autumn 2026 round is contradictory; the current application opportunity needs confirmation.
- Fri scenkonst, verksamhetsbidragAnnual activities for professional independent performing arts organisations with several productions and other funding. The next round needs confirmation.
- Hitta en namngiven lokal stiftelseLocal foundations have different purposes and rules. Some also cover individuals and companies; choose a foundation before assessment.
- Internationella projekt för godkända partnerApproved international partners can apply under a specific Radiohjälpen campaign. Partnership and a current call are required.
- Internationellt resebidrag till det fria kulturlivetTravel and international presentation for professional independent cultural organisations. Next round: 15 September–13 October 2026.
- Investeringsbidrag till allmänna samlingslokalerInvestment in nonprofit public community halls. The annual application deadline is 1 December; wait for the current opening date.
- Kulturbryggan, välj program och finansieringsformKulturbryggan has several programmes. Choose Artistic Renewal or New Financing Models and the correct funding form before assessment.
- Ladda bilen – nya laddpunkter för organisationerOrganisations can apply for new charging points for residents, employees, business vehicles or guests. Applications are ongoing, but rules depend on use and economic activity.
- Leader – projekt och samarbeten i ett godkänt leaderområdeSupport for local development projects under the Leader area's strategy. Business projects may also receive support; individuals' subprojects may need an umbrella project.
- Litteraturstöd till professionella utgivarePost-publication support for professionally published literature, normally within six months of publication. Applications are ongoing; up to 70 000 kr per book.
- Lönebidrag vid nedsatt arbetsförmågaEmployer documentation for wage subsidy in a concrete matter where AF has made a decision or requested a supplement in writing.
- NystartsjobbEmployer support for new employment of a concrete person in a specified target group.
- Produktionsstöd till kort fiktionsfilmProduction of short fiction films with an experienced producer and director. Applications are ongoing; grants over 500 000 kr require a limited company.
- Projekt inom musikområdet, fria svenska aktörerTime-limited projects in the professional independent music sector involving at least two artists. Applications: 13 August–10 September 2026.
- ProjektstödDevelopment projects with the target group’s influence and a plan for continued activities. Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
- Projektstöd till kultur i Stockholms län – första omgången 2027Prepare a time-limited cultural project in Stockholm County. The first round 2027 opens on 5 October 2026.
- Regionalt investeringsstöd till företagCo-financing of investments in support area 1, 2 or 3. The region or Tillväxtverket assesses the application according to investment size and circumstances.
- Skapande skolaSchool providers apply for pupils’ encounters with professional art and culture. Applications for 2026 are closed; the next round needs confirmation.
- Statligt lokalt aktivitetsstöd (LOK-stöd)Activity grants for sports associations affiliated with RF. Since July 2025, ages 6–25 are covered; disability provides an exception to the upper age limit.
- Sverige och övriga världenOngoing idea applications for time-limited community projects by nonprofit associations and public-benefit foundations.
- Välj kommun och stödformFind the right grant in the association’s municipality. This overview is not a specific grant round.
Public sector and research — 11 schemes
- Bygdemedel från vattenkraft – lokala och länsvisa omgångarPublic-benefit projects in communities affected by hydropower. The area, applicant and application period must be checked with the relevant county administrative board.
- Energimyndighetens energiutlysningar – välj en aktuell omgångProgramme overview for energy- and climate-related research and innovation. A specific call must be selected before project eligibility, amounts and deadlines can be assessed.
- Europeiska solidaritetskåren – volontärprojekt för ledande organisationerOrganisations with a lead Quality Label can apply for a project budget. MUCF's information about the autumn 2026 round is contradictory; the current application opportunity needs confirmation.
- Hitta en namngiven lokal stiftelseLocal foundations have different purposes and rules. Some also cover individuals and companies; choose a foundation before assessment.
- Inköpsstöd till folk- och skolbibliotekThe municipality’s joint support for public and school library purchases that encourage children and young people to read. The next round needs confirmation.
- Ladda bilen – nya laddpunkter för organisationerOrganisations can apply for new charging points for residents, employees, business vehicles or guests. Applications are ongoing, but rules depend on use and economic activity.
- Leader – projekt och samarbeten i ett godkänt leaderområdeSupport for local development projects under the Leader area's strategy. Business projects may also receive support; individuals' subprojects may need an umbrella project.
- Litteraturstöd till professionella utgivarePost-publication support for professionally published literature, normally within six months of publication. Applications are ongoing; up to 70 000 kr per book.
- ProjektstödDevelopment projects with the target group’s influence and a plan for continued activities. Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
- Projektstöd till kultur i Stockholms län – första omgången 2027Prepare a time-limited cultural project in Stockholm County. The first round 2027 opens on 5 October 2026.
- Skapande skolaSchool providers apply for pupils’ encounters with professional art and culture. Applications for 2026 are closed; the next round needs confirmation.
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Knowledge extract date: 2026-10-12 · The full catalogue in Swedish