A VAT refund guide to Sweden
How to get VAT Refunds from Sweden for your business
Businesses registered in countries outside of Sweden can claim VAT refunds on any costs incurred in Sweden.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, Sweden VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.
Which countries have reciprocity with Sweden?
All countries can claim
For a more detailed explanation on what reciprocity means within the scope of VAT, click here:
What expenses are claimable in Sweden?
Entertainment
Entertainment
25%, 12% & 6%
Hotels & Accommodation
12% & 25%
Restaurants
25%
Events
Conferences, Trade Shows & Exhibitions
25%
Training Courses & Seminars
25%
Travel Related
Car Rental
25%
Fuel
25%
Public Transport
6%
Taxis
6%
General Expenses
Goods
25%
Inter-company charges
25%
Office Expenses
25%
Marketing Costs
15%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
25%
Additional Information
How far back can your business claim VAT from Sweden?
January - December of previous year for all countries
What’s the foreign VAT deadline in Sweden?
30 September for companies that are based inside the EU (including Canary Islands and Monaco). 30 June for companies that are based outside the EU (excluding Canary Islands and Monaco).
How long does it take to receive a VAT refund from Sweden?
Depending on the complexity of your application and the capacity at the VAT authority, it can take up to 3 months for EU businesses and up to 6 months for Non-EU businesses to receive a VAT refund from Sweden
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