Reliable income protection for IT consultants
Whether you work as an IT consultant, IT contractor, IT specialist, technical consultant or technology consultant, your income can shift quickly when assignments change. With the right a‑kassa, you get reliable financial protection if you become unemployed. A‑kassa is voluntary in Sweden, which means you must apply for membership yourself — it is not included automatically.
A‑kassa – your most important financial safety net
A‑kassa gives you crucial income protection if you become unemployed. Whether it’s rent, groceries or your mobile bill, your everyday costs don’t stop just because your job does. With us, you get fast service, help with your application, and dependable payments when you need them most.
In Sweden, a‑kassa is voluntary. You must actively apply for membership, as it is not automatically included like health insurance or parental benefits. Joining an a‑kassa is therefore one of the smartest steps you can take to secure your income.
Complete your protection with a union membership
As a member, you can add extra income insurance through your union and receive up to 80% of your full income if you become unemployed. The union also provides valuable support such as CV assistance, salary statistics and professional career guidance. We collaborate with the Saco unions and Vårdförbundet, and your membership with us can be combined with most income insurance policies offered by unions across Sweden — giving you even stronger financial security.
About Akademikernas a-kassa Our trade unions
What does an IT consultant gain from joining Akademikernas a‑kassa?
Financial security Get reliable protection if you become unemployed, so you can focus on the next step in your career.
Designed for IT consultants Whether you work as an IT consultant, IT contractor, IT specialist, technical consultant or technology consultant, Akademikernas a-kassa understand your industry and the challenges of project‑based work.
Low membership fee A cost‑effective way to secure your future. Membership in Akademikernas a-kassa is only 140 SEK per month.
Industry‑leading opening hours We are available every weekday from 8:30 to 16:30 to support you when you need us.
You never need to switch a‑kassa With Akademikernas a-kassa, your academic education is what matters. You don’t need to change a‑kassa if you change roles, industries or career paths.
FAQ
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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
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Money if you become unemployed
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You can get income insurance
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You can always feel secure