Background & Purpose

To prevent incorrect payouts and benefit fraud within the welfare system, authorities need better methods to verify information about applicants.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament approved the government's proposal, giving authorities stronger tools to investigate and collect necessary information.

Does this affect you?

  • Benefit applicants in Sweden: Authorities will have an easier time investigating and checking their submitted information regarding income and housing.
  • Employers and banks in Sweden: They face a legal obligation to hand over requested information to authorities to verify benefit claims.

In Practice

  • Authorities can request detailed information about income, work, and housing from various entities.
  • Banks, employers, and assistance providers are required to share requested information with authorities.
  • The rules apply to both the person receiving benefits and other related individuals or companies.