Buy Swedish Identity Card

Prove your identity

Prove your identity through an approved ID document (mostly a passport). You have two options if you lack an approved ID document. The first option is to bring your Swedish residence permit with you and allow the Tax Agency – Skatteverket to compare the information in your residence permit with the information in your application. Buy Swedish Identity Card

The second option is to bring a family member, friend or employer (a so called attestor) with you when you apply. You will also need to tell them your personal number – personnummer. You will be photographed and measured at the office.

Last but not least, the ID-card from Skatteverket comes with an e-identification function. This might be quite useful, especially if you wish to use the e-services that many government offices offer.

Processing times for ID card in Sweden

Processing times are generally about two weeks. If something in your application needs to be investigated, it may take longer. You will receive a letter from Skatteverket when your card is ready. You need to collect your ID-card in person and within two months. Remember to bring your letter with you.

How to apply for a Swedish ID card

The process is as follows:

• Make an appointment at the Swedish Tax Office website.
• Pay the application fee.
• Go to a Tax Agency offices that issue ID card.
• You do not need to bring a photograph as you will be photographed at the tax office.
• At the tax office you must make an Electronic application.
• Bring papers to prove your identity.

Pay the application fee for the ID card

Start by paying the fee which is approximately 400 SEK even though it varies a bit from year to year. Remember to print and bring the receipt of the payment or you will have to wait until the payment reaches the Swedish Tax Office. Make your payment to the following accounts Buy Swedish Identity Card