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Sweden — Property: Legal Checks
Swedish buyers register title (lagfart) with Lantmäteriet within three months, and from 1 July 2026 need a personal, coordination or organisation number.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceLantmäteriet — Title registration (lagfart)Last reviewed: 2026-10-23
Key facts
- The application for title registration is due within three months of acquisition.
- For purchases from 1 July 2026 the buyer needs a Swedish personal number, coordination number or organisation number.
- A pantbrev is the document evidencing a mortgage and can be digital or paper.
- Stamp duty and a registration fee are paid with the application.
Steps
- Credit Check — A credit check is performed to assess the buyer's financial history and ability to make mortgage payments.
- Property Inspection — An inspection is carried out to identify any structural issues or potential hazards in the property.