Country tax profile · 2026
Sweden capital gains tax
Applies
capital gains tax for individuals
How Sweden taxes capital gains
30% flat on capital income (gains, interest, dividends); some holdings at effective ~25% or 22%
Compiled by MyNomadWorld for Sweden and currently being re-verified against primary sources. Confirm with a local adviser before relying on it.
How Sweden compares
57 of 197 countries we track have no capital gains tax for individuals. Sweden is not one of them.
Who is a tax resident of Sweden?
Real home/residence in Sweden, continuous stay >6 months, or essential connection to Sweden. Worldwide income taxed.
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What is the capital gains tax rate in Sweden?
30% flat on capital income (gains, interest, dividends); some holdings at effective ~25% or 22%