VAT representative in Sweden

Revideco is a VAT representative in Sweden and assist both large and small businesses with VAT administration.

Register with the Swedish Tax Agency

If you conduct economic activities in Sweden and sell goods or services that are liable to VAT you must register with the Swedish Tax Agency and get a VAT number.

How you register a business at the Swedish Tax Agency differs depending on if it concerns an established business or a new business.

Businesses registered for VAT must submit tax returns and pay VAT to the Swedish Tax Agency. This obligation also applies to those registered for VAT with the right to make deductions, even if they do not need to charge VAT.

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Engage Revideco as a VAT representative

Businesses can appoint a representative to handle VAT reporting on their behalf.

Revideco is a VAT representative in Sweden and can help you with the registration process, VAT accounting as well as VAT filings.

Phone calls and e-mails are always answered promptly. It is our believe that accessibility, personal service, and a value for money offer, is market leading.

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VAT, the Value Added Tax

VAT is a tax on almost all consumption and applies to most goods and services.

Businesses liable to VAT are responsible to collect and remit VAT to the state. This means that businesses registered for VAT must submit tax returns and pay VAT to the Swedish Tax Agency. Even if no VAT is to be paid, businesses must submit a VAT return, showing a zero.

VAT is however not to be considered as an expense for the company, as they usually deduct VAT paid on purchases. Instead, it is the consumers that pay VAT.

Reverse charge of VAT

In some cases, the reverse charge of VAT applies. This means that it is the customer that reports and pays the VAT. You invoice as usual but without VAT and indicate the reverse charge on the invoice.

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Threshold for VAT

In Sweden the turnover threshold for VAT will increase from SEK 80, 000 to SEK 120, 000, starting January 1, 2025.

VAT liability requirements

According to the main rule all goods and services are liable to VAT, unless exempted.

But still, a few requirements to be liable to VAT:

  1. First of all, there must be a turnover (sale or self-supply).
  2. The turnover must be liable for VAT (with some exceptions).
  3. You have to independently carry on economic activity.
  4. The turnover must take place in Sweden.

What is a VAT number?

A VAT number is an identification number and functions as a unique identifier allocated to businesses and other entities registered for Value Added Tax (VAT).

Structure of VAT no Sweden

Every country in EU issues its own national VAT number. This means that businesses supplying goods or services in several EU countries might need to register for VAT in each one of these countries.

In Sweden VAT numbers start with SE followed by 12 digits and it is the Swedish Tax Agency that issue VAT numbers in Sweden.

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Accounting periods

It is common to report VAT quarterly, but depending on the business’s size and turnover, reporting can also be done monthly or yearly.

In Sweden smaller businesses usually report VAT to the Swedish Tax Agency quarterly.

Special circumstances

However, if there are special circumstances the Swedish Tax Agency may decide how often you need to report VAT.

VAT rates on goods and services

25% is the standard VAT rate and it is applicable to most goods and services.

There are however reduced rates on some goods and services. For example 6% for items like books and 12% for newspapers. Artists who sell their own work charge 12% VAT.

It is important to note that some transactions may be exempt from VAT altogether.

For more details on different VAT rates, read more at the Swedish Tax Agency.

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Introduction offer to smaller business owners

Do you consider starting a business in Sweden? Or consider moving your business to Sweden? Then you might benefit from our offer.

We can be your VAT representative in Sweden and help you with tax administration regarding a new business in Sweden or if you are moving existing business to Sweden.

To smaller business owners moving into Sweden, we offer a one-hour introduction on typical tax matters such as permanent establishment and residency issues at the price of 1 650 SEK + VAT.

Contact us and we will get back to you.

Our tax accounting services

Depending on what kind of business you have and how it is organized the way you register for tax purposes differ. Examples of our tax accounting services:

  • Income tax returns
  • VAT representative in Sweden
  • Business acquisitions
  • Tax advisory
  • Introduction meeting International taxation

Our full range of services to both larger and smaller companies are known for its high quality and cost effectiveness.

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CPA in Sweden at Revideco Chartered accountant Sweden Accounting firm Sweden

Revideco

We are an independent partner-led firm, happy to be considered in the same grouping as the “big” firms as we are frequently asked to quote alongside of them.

Our strong team of accountants and consultants deliver personal service with the aim to find the most efficient solution for each and one of our clients, something we have done since 1994.

Being a part of a worldwide network, MGI Worldwide, enables us to provide tax services abroad. Advice on international tax is therefore provided in collaboration with our global network.