Sweden's new state e-ID for residents without BankID opens on 1 December

Sweden is introducing SverigeID, a state-issued electronic ID that registered residents can use instead of BankID, from 1 December 2026. People aged nine and over who are registered in Sweden (folkbokförda) and have a personal identity number can apply at selected police stations, and do not need a Swedish bank account. Appointment booking opened on 1 November (The Local Sweden).

Why this matters

BankID has long been a barrier for newcomers to Sweden: most banks will not open an account without it, and many public and private services cannot be used without an e-ID. SverigeID breaks that loop, so you can access digital services soon after registering rather than waiting for a bank. It is an e-ID, not a travel document.

Context

For more on settling in as a remote worker or freelancer, see our guides to hybrid work in Sweden and freelancing in Sweden. Check the police’s own guidance for eligibility before booking.