Background & Purpose
The government wants to reduce long-term welfare dependency and encourage more people to enter the workforce.
The Decision
The parliament approved the government's plan to limit welfare benefits, which includes a new benefit cap and stricter requirements for those receiving support.
Does this affect you?
- Welfare recipients: Individuals receiving financial support will face stricter rules and a cap on the total amount of benefits they can receive.
- Individuals with health issues: Those who cannot work due to illness must now provide a medical certificate to qualify for financial support.
- Subtenants: People renting a home in second hand must ensure their rental agreement is approved to receive help with housing costs.
In Practice
- A new benefit cap limits the total amount of welfare support a household can receive.
- People who cannot work due to illness must provide a medical certificate to receive benefits.
- Welfare for housing costs when subletting is only granted if the rental agreement is officially approved.
- Only individuals who are in Sweden legally are eligible for welfare support.