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You can only apply for ID kort after you get your Personal Number

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ID card

As soon as you receive your personnummer, do not forget to apply for your Swedish ID card. You will need this card constantly, so always carry it.

Why do you need a swedish ID card?

• To open a bank account. Banking
• To collect your parcels at post offices or delivery points (You can also use your passport).
• Proving age at a Bar/ Systembolaget.

<aside> 💡 Swedish ID-kort is only valid in Sweden. If you plan to go out of the country, do not forget to carry your passport and residence permit.

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Cost

It costs 400 SEK to apply for the ID-kort. More information is available here.

How to apply

1. Make an online appointment
2. Pay the application fee
3. Go to the nearest Skatteverket office that issues ID card.

Göteborg (Järntorget)

Things to carry

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• A valid Swedish residence permit
• Passport or identity document

4. It can take a few weeks to receive the card. You will receive a letter as soon as the card is ready. Please take the letter along with your identification to collect the card. More information can be found here.