Work & taxes
Reading your payslip
The Swedish words on a payslip (lönespecifikation) and what to check every month.
Words on a payslip
| Swedish | English |
|---|---|
| Bruttolön / Månadslön | Gross / monthly salary |
| Timlön | Hourly pay |
| OB-tillägg | Extra pay for unsocial hours (evenings, nights, weekends) |
| Övertid | Overtime |
| Semesterersättning / semestertillägg | Holiday pay |
| Sjukavdrag / karensavdrag | Deduction for sick leave / qualifying deduction |
| Skatteavdrag / preliminärskatt | Tax deducted |
| Nettolön / Att utbetala | Net pay — what reaches your account |
Check every month
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Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.