Background & Purpose

Many people struggle to find a home because they lack a stable income or references, which leads to social exclusion. The parliament wants to ensure that municipalities take active responsibility for helping these individuals gain a foothold in the housing market.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament decided that all municipalities must offer rental guarantees to help people secure housing, and introduced new privacy rules to protect personal data in these processes.

Does this affect you?

  • Households with low income: Individuals who previously struggled to sign a lease due to lack of financial security will now have access to municipal support.
  • Municipal housing departments: Local authorities must now set up and manage rental guarantee programs to comply with the new national law.

In Practice

  • Municipalities are legally required to offer rental guarantees to those who need them.
  • The guarantee acts as a safety net for landlords, making it easier for individuals to sign a lease.
  • Personal information shared during the application process will be protected by strict privacy rules.
  • The new rules will be fully implemented starting July 1, 2026.