Folksam (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Mutual insurer offering health insurance.
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Sweden
Public systemHow health coverage works
In Sweden, basic health cover is provided by the public system.
Healthcare is provided through publicly funded regions with low patient fees. Private health insurance, often via employers, offers quicker access to specialists.
Basic coverage is provided by the public system. 1177 Vårdguiden
Private health insurance
If P&C Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer offering private health insurance.
Also offers
Länsförsäkringar (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Regional insurers with health insurance.
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Skandia (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer with private health insurance.
Also offers
Trygg-Hansa (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Insurer with health insurance for individuals.
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Key facts
| Official source | 1177 Vårdguiden |
|---|---|
| Insurers listed | Folksam, If P&C Insurance, Länsförsäkringar, Skandia, Trygg-Hansa |
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Frequently asked questions
How does health insurance work in Sweden?
Healthcare is provided through publicly funded regions with low patient fees. Private health insurance, often via employers, offers quicker access to specialists.
Is private health insurance mandatory in Sweden?
No. In Sweden, basic cover comes from the public system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.
Which health insurers can I look at in Sweden?
Well-known insurers listed for Sweden, in alphabetical order: Folksam, If P&C Insurance, Länsförsäkringar, Skandia, Trygg-Hansa. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.
Where can I find official information on health cover in Sweden?
1177 Vårdguiden: https://www.1177.se