Employer of Record Sweden
Expanding into Sweden can be complex due to strong employment law, collective bargaining agreements and administrative requirements. With an Employer of Record (EOR), companies can hire staff in Sweden without setting up a local entity.
How does Employer of Record work in Sweden?
An EOR acts as the legal employer and manages employment contracts, salaries, taxes, employer contributions and local employment law requirements, while you retain operational day-to-day management. In Sweden, the labour market is heavily regulated and many workplaces are covered by collective bargaining agreements. An Employer of Record is a local employer that hires staff on behalf of your company and is responsible, among other things, for:
- Employment contracts in accordance with Swedish employment law (LAS)
- Payment of employer contributions and tax
- Payroll administration and reporting to the Swedish Tax Agency
- Authority reporting and compliance
- Pensions and social insurance
- Holiday entitlement and sick pay
Employer contributions fund, among other things, pensions, health insurance and social security in Sweden. Employees are legally entitled to at least 25 days of annual leave per year. An EOR ensures that all these requirements are met correctly and reduces the risk of mistakes or legal issues.
Why is Sweden complex to hire in?
Sweden has one of the world’s most regulated labour markets. For example, Sweden has:
- Collective bargaining agreements that affect pay, pensions and working conditions
- Employer contributions above 30%
- Requirements for and insurance cover
- Strong dismissal and employee protection legislation
An incorrect structure could mean tax risk, employee misclassification, or fines and retroactive costs.
When is Employer of Record in Sweden suitable?
EOR is particularly relevant when you:
- Want to test the Swedish market
- Want to recruit specialists quickly without setting up a Swedish company
- Want to manage work permits via a local employer
- Need to ensure compliance with Swedish employment law
- Want to reduce administration and legal risk
How EOR works with BTR
- You choose the candidate
- BTR hires the person locally in Sweden
- We handle payroll, tax and compliance
- You manage the day-to-day work
Why choose BTR as your EOR in Sweden?
We combine local expertise with a global structure. You get:
- Full compliance with Swedish employment law
- Local HR and payroll expertise
- Transparent cost structure
- Fast onboarding
Want to hire in Sweden without risk? Contact us and we’ll guide you all the way from the first hire to a fully operational team.
FAQ - Employer of Record in Sweden
Employer of Record means that a local employer hires staff on behalf of a foreign company. The EOR is responsible for paying salaries, employer contributions, employment contracts and compliance with Swedish employment law, while the client manages the day-to-day work.
No. With an EOR, you can hire in Sweden without registering a company, branch, or registering as an employer. This reduces:
- Legal risk
- Administration
- Time-to-market
In many industries, yes. Even without an agreement, terms must follow Swedish employment law and established practice.
Sweden has no statutory minimum wage, but if the employee needs to apply for a work permit in Sweden there is a minimum salary threshold of SEK 29,680 (at the start of 2026; this amount may change during the year). Where collective bargaining agreements are used, they govern:
- Salary levels
- Pensions
- Insurance
- Working hours
- Notice
It depends on length of service and the contract, but LAS sets minimum levels.
Swedish employment law requires objective grounds for termination and often a statutory notice period. The EOR ensures the process follows:
- The Employment Protection Act (LAS)
- Documentation requirements and compliance
Through employer contributions and sometimes supplementary occupational pensions.
Yes. The EOR handles the legal employer responsibilities – you direct the work operationally.
Employers must pay social contributions on top of salary and report salaries to the Swedish Tax Agency. The EOR handles:
- Employer contributions
- Preliminary tax
- Reporting
- Employer PAYE return
Common scenarios:
- Testing the Swedish market
- Hiring remote specialists
- Rapid set-up without an entity