Healthcare
Insurance and Försäkringskassan
Försäkringskassan pays benefits like sickness benefit, parental benefit and child allowance. Whether you are covered depends on living or working here — not on having healthcare access.
Who is covered
| Basis | What it gives |
|---|---|
| Living in Sweden more than one year | Usually covered for residence-based benefits (e.g. child allowance) |
| Working in Sweden | Normally covered for work-based benefits (e.g. sickness benefit, parental benefit at income level), regardless of how long you stay |
| Students from outside the EU/EEA | Generally not insured for residence-based benefits; may be covered for work-based benefits if you work |
Official sources
Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.