Sweden’s tax agency, Skatteverket, is rolling out a recent digital declaration service this month and simultaneously phasing out its existing mobile application. The changes, set to take effect on March 17, 2026, aim to modernize the tax filing process and streamline services for Swedish taxpayers.
The upgraded e-service, already available for making changes and submitting supporting documents, has been designed to be more user-friendly, according to Johan Schauman, a declaration expert at Skatteverket. The move comes as the agency discontinues the Skatteverket app, which previously allowed users to approve their tax returns, claim travel deductions and view refund or tax liability information.
Skatteverket has long recognized the necessitate to update its e-service, Schauman stated. “Essentially, we have long seen a need to renew the existing e-service,” he said. The initial version of the new service will cater to individuals who simply need to approve their pre-filled tax returns without making any alterations.
Taxpayers needing to claim deductions will continue to use the existing e-service. The agency’s decision to retire the app, which was used by approximately one million people last year, is part of an effort to reduce costs and consolidate services. “To use taxpayers’ money wisely and keep costs down, but also to start streamlining our services, we have decided to remove the app,” explained Schauman. This decision reflects a broader trend among government agencies to optimize digital services and reduce redundancies.
Individuals seeking a tax refund should submit their declarations by March 31, 2026, to receive it in April. The launch of the new digital service and the app’s discontinuation were reported by Expressen and SVT Nyheter, among other Swedish news outlets. Skatteverket also announced the changes on its website.
