Our lawyers in Sweden are at your disposal with details about our services, including on how to obtain a virtual office in Stockholm, the most important city in this country.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Address availability (YES/NO) |
YES |
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Local phone number (YES/NO)
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YES |
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Company registered address use possibility (YES/NO) |
YES |
| Mail collection and forwarding option (YES/NO) |
YES |
| Meeting room availability (YES/NO) | YES, with prior notification |
| Virtual assistant option (YES/NO) |
YES |
| Uses of a virtual office |
Legal seat for the registration of a new company, legal seat for an existing company in another city, local address for sole traders/businesspersons |
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Documents required to acquire the service |
Contract issued by the provider offering the service |
| Customized services availability (YES/NO) | YES, flexible options are available |
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Availability in one or more cities |
Stockholm, Malmo, Goteborg, etc. |
| Timeframe to acquire the service (approx.) | Around 2 business days |
| Employee required | Not required, but available |
| Availability of other services | YES, bank statement collection, traditional mail collection, local secretary |
| Minimum rental period | 1 month |
| Advantages | Availability in business centers or other addresses, cheap alternative to traditional office rent, no maintenance costs on the buyer, easy to acquire |
Table of Contents
What are the virtual services available in Sweden?
A virtual office in Sweden usually implies:
- an address in prestigious business centers in important cities;
- a private local phone number;
- access to a fax number, mail collection, and forwarding services;
- bank statement collection and meeting room reservation services.
How can I obtain a virtual office in Sweden?
You can follow these steps:
- Contact our virtual office provider: You are recommended to get in touch with our lawyers in Sweden. They can explain to you the services and prices of different virtual office packages, and you can choose the one that suits your needs and budget;
- Select a location: You can choose a location that is convenient for your business needs. For example, if you want to have a presence in Stockholm, you can choose a virtual office address in the city center;
- Provide necessary documentation: You will need to provide some documentation to our virtual office provider, such as identification documents and proof of address;
- Choose additional services: Depending on your business needs, you may want to choose additional services such as mail forwarding, phone answering, and meeting room access;
- Sign the contract: Once you have chosen the virtual office provider and services, you will need to sign a contract;
- Start using your virtual office: Once your virtual office is set up, you can start using the address for your business correspondence and marketing materials.
Here is also our infographic on the Swedish virtual office:
Can I buy a virtual office in Sweden if I am a foreign citizen/investor?
Yes, you can buy a virtual office no matter if you are a foreign citizen or not. Moreover, you can also acquire it through your company.
What do I need to consider if I want to buy a Swedish virtual office?
Here are the main aspects to consider:
- the city you need it in (you can also have two offices or more in different cities);
- the facilities attached to your service, which can be personalized;
- the address (most offices are located in business centers);
- the duration of the service (the price will depend on the period you need it for).
How can I complete the acquisition? Do I need to travel to Sweden?
No, you can complete the purchase remotely, online. Communication can be carried out via email. If you want to speed up the process, though, you can rely on our Swedish lawyers for representation. We can handle the process from start to end.
How long does it take to buy a Swedish virtual office? Can this be done faster than if I rent a commercial property?
If you decide to buy it yourself, it can take a few business days. Our lawyers can complete the purchase in a maximum of 2 business days, sometimes even faster. With respect to the comparison with the rental agreement, yes, the acquisition of a virtual office is faster, as you only need to sign the service agreement.
What are the documents to buy a virtual office service in Sweden?
All we need from you is a copy of your passport if you are a foreign citizen.
What is the difference between a virtual office and a commercial space/traditional office space?
First of all, the cost: virtual offices are much cheaper than traditional leases, especially for commercial use. Then, the location: most virtual offices are located in premium business centers, which can improve your image in front of clients or associates. However, there is also the downside of the virtual office, which is that you cannot use it on a daily basis, as it is designed to operate with minimal human intervention.
What is the period of a virtual office contract in Sweden?
Such contracts are quite flexible. For example, if you need a temporary office space, you can purchase a one-month contract. If you want to open a company in Sweden, you can opt for a one-year contract to use it as a registered address without any worries for the entire year.
Besides this, the services of our lawyers are also at your disposal if you need help with payroll in Sweden.
Here is a video on Swedish virtual offices:
How much does a virtual office cost in Sweden?
It depends on your needs. Basic packages are cheaper, while premium ones are more expensive, meaning you can make the acquisition based on your budget. As a tip, when you choose a more expensive service, a longer period purchase can come with certain deductions.
You can use it as a registered address when opening a business in Sweden, or you can opt for more extensive facilities, such as having a desk there where your messages will be received and stored, or even a simple address for receiving official correspondence.
The duration of the service should also be taken into account. As a tip, the longer the period you sign the contract for the lower the price will be. If you are looking for a virtual office, our lawyers are at your disposal with further information. Besides this, if you are looking for help to get your Swedish trademark registered, our lawyers can assist you.
Moreover, if you are interested in learning about VAT in Sweden, our lawyers can assist you. In addition to this, if you are seeking the help of a CPA in Sweden, the services of our accountants are at your disposal.
If you want to obtain a virtual office in Stockholm, do not hesitate to contact our law firm for information.