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Buying and Owning a Car

Guide to buying a car, registration, insurance, and driving in Sweden.

6 Steps Estimated Time: 1-2 weeks

Agencies involved in this guide:

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Important

If you have a foreign license, check if it's valid in Sweden or needs to be exchanged.

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Search for cars on Blocket.se, Bytbil.com, or visit car dealerships.

🚗Swedish Transport Agency

Important🔐 BankID

The seller reports the sale to Transportstyrelsen. The new owner is automatically registered.

🚗Swedish Transport Agency

Important

Traffic insurance (trafikförsäkring) is mandatory in Sweden. Compare prices at insurance companies.

🚗Swedish Transport Agency

🔐 BankID

Vehicle tax is due annually. Amount depends on the car's CO2 emissions and weight.

🚗Swedish Transport Agency

All cars must pass a periodic vehicle inspection. Check when your car is due.

🚗Swedish Transport Agency

Complete guide for newcomers: get registered, obtain ID, open bank account, and more.

This guide provides general information. For specific questions, contact the relevant agency directly. Most agencies have English-speaking support.

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