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    Sweden business registry search

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    Search Company Records in Sweden

    3 free lookups per day. No sign-up required.

    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: Bolagsverket

    How do I search the business registry in Sweden?

    The Sweden business registry is operated by Bolagsverket. It covers AB (Aktiebolag), HB (Handelsbolag), KB (Kommanditbolag). Search by business name to find the registered entity behind a trading name — free, no signup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      Bolagsverket records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      Sweden recognises AB (Aktiebolag), HB (Handelsbolag), KB (Kommanditbolag). Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the Sweden business registry cover?

    Bolagsverket records AB (Aktiebolag), HB (Handelsbolag), KB (Kommanditbolag). Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the Sweden business registry by trading name?

    Yes, and that is usually the practical starting point. The registry will link the name to the registered legal entity where the two differ.

    Is a business registry search free in Sweden?

    Yes. Name search and the public entry on Bolagsverket are free. Only certified documents are chargeable.

    What if a Sweden business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    What is an AB in Sweden?

    AB (Aktiebolag) is the Swedish limited company, equivalent to a Ltd or GmbH. A private AB requires SEK 25,000 minimum share capital. A public AB (Publikt AB) requires SEK 500,000. AB is the most common entity type for Swedish businesses.

    People also ask about search the business registry in Sweden

    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the Sweden company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Bolagsverket are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Sweden business registry?

    The Bolagsverket is the official public register of companies incorporated in Sweden. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.bolagsverket.se.

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