How does the a‑kassa work?
To receive compensation from the a‑kassa, you need to have earned at least 11,000 kronor before tax for four months during the past year. If you have been ill, studying, or on parental leave, we can count further back in time. The maximum compensation is 27,200 kronor per month.
How it works to be insured in Sweden
Being insured in Sweden means that you are covered by the rules that govern the social insurance system and the unemployment insurance system. Which benefits you can receive depends, among other things, on where you live, work, or study, and whether you have the right to work in the country. For many who move here or commute across borders, it can be difficult to know which country is responsible for the insurance – therefore there are special rules within the EU and EEA that determine where you should be insured.
For unemployment insurance, it is generally the country of employment that applies. This means that if you work in Sweden, you should also be a member of a Swedish unemployment fund in order to receive compensation if you become unemployed. If you have worked in other EU/EEA countries, you can in some cases bring your work periods from there when you apply for compensation in Sweden.
If you are unsure about what applies to your specific situation, you can always contact us – we help you sort out what applies and what information you need to provide.
In Sweden, unemployment insurance is not included in the social insurance system
In all countries, except Sweden, Finland, and Denmark, you are covered by unemployment insurance when you work and pay taxes. In Sweden, Finland, and Denmark, you need to become a member of an unemployment fund yourself in order to receive money if you lose your job.
This is Akademikernas a‑kassa
It costs 140 kronor to be a member of Akademikernas a‑kassa.
Our members remain satisfied. We are one of the leading a‑kassas, with a top rating in the latest survey.
Akademikernas a‑kassa’s opening hours are every weekday from 8:30 to 16:30 — the longest in the industry.
Our goal is for payments to be made within two weeks.
If you also join one of Akademikernas a‑kassa’s trade unions, income insurance is included in most membership fees.
A‑kassan – your most important insurance
Akademikernas a‑kassa provides basic protection if you become unemployed. Housing, food, phone – the list of monthly expenses is long, and your income can disappear quickly. As a member of Akademikernas a‑kassa, you receive not only financial security but also the best possible service, support throughout the entire application process, and punctual payments. We are here to help you – from your first day of unemployment until you are back in work.
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FAQ
Our most common questions about a‑kassa in English.
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Akademikernas a‑kassa has a fee of 140 SEK per month. It is the lowest fee in Sweden.
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Processing times vary between different a‑kassor and throughout the year. You can find all current processing times at iaf.se.
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No, all a‑kassor pay out the same compensation and follow the same rules. The differences are the membership fee and who is eligible to join.
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Apply for membership in the a‑kassa you want to join. In the membership application, you can state that you want help with the transfer. This way you avoid problems and the risk of a gap in your membership.
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The maximum amount you can receive is 27,200 SEK per month.
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All a‑kassor have the same rules and conditions. The largest a‑kassa with the lowest fee and the longest opening hours is Akademikernas a‑kassa. Self‑employed people with a university degree can also become members there.
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Yes, if you want to receive compensation when you are unemployed, you need to be a member of the a‑kassa.
Insured in Sweden
List of all a-kassor in Sweden
We believe that everyone who works should be a member of an unemployment insurance fund. If you cannot join ours, there are 23 others to choose from. Here we list all unemployment insurance funds in Sweden.
A-kassan Vision
Akademikernas a-kassa
Alfa-kassan
Byggnads a-kassa
Elektrikernas a-kassa
Fastighets a-kassa
Finans- och försäkringsbranschens a-kassa
GS a-kassa
Handelsanställdas a-kassa
Hotell- och restauranganställdas a-kassa
IF Metalls a-kassa
Journalisternas a-kassa
Kommunals a-kassa
Ledarnas a-kassa
Livsmedelsarbetarnas a-kassa
Lärarnas a-kassa
Pappers a-kassa
Sekos a-kassa
Småföretagarnas a-kassa
STs a-kassa
Sveriges arbetares a-kassa
Transports a-kassa
Unionens a-kassa