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Checked 2026-09-27

🤝 Is there help with energy costs in Sweden?

The short answer

Many countries have a social tariff, a discount or an allowance for people on a low income, and free advice on saving energy.

📜 The rules in Sweden

Help if money is tight

There is no social electricity tariff. Before power is cut for non-payment, the company must notify the municipal social services, which can take over responsibility for the debt.

Official source: riksdagen.se · Checked 2026-09-27

Free energy advice

Municipal energy and climate advisers, backed by the Swedish Energy Agency, give free, impartial advice on saving energy, heating and solar power. Konsumenternas Energimarknadsbyrå gives free guidance on contracts and disputes.

Energi- och klimatrådgivningen 🔗 energiochklimatradgivningen.se

Regulated price

There is no regulated price. If you don't choose a contract, your grid company assigns a retailer (anvisat avtal) on reasonable terms, with at most 14 days' notice; it is often more expensive, so switch as soon as possible.

Anvisat avtal 🔗 energimarknadsbyran.se
Official source: riksdagen.se · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

  1. See what existsThe schemes in Sweden are listed below, with who qualifies.
  2. Check if it is automaticSome discounts are applied automatically. For others you have to apply.
  3. Get free adviceFree energy or debt advice can help you lower your bills and deal with arrears.
  4. Talk to your supplierAsk about a cheaper tariff or a payment plan, and register as a vulnerable customer if that applies.

📇 Who to contact

Energi- och klimatrådgivningenFree advice on energy costs and saving energyWhen bills are too high or you are behind on payments🔗 energiochklimatradgivningen.se
Energimarknadsinspektionen (Ei)Supervises energy companies and explains your rightsFor information, and to report a company that breaks the rules📞 016-16 27 00🔗 ei.se

❓ Questions

Do I have to apply?

It depends on the scheme. The details for Sweden are on this page.

Who gets the discount if I rent?

Usually the person named on the energy contract.

Is there help for heating oil or wood?

Some countries have separate heating allowances. Ask the social services of your municipality.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

🧭 Is this still correct?

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