---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "europe", "fatf", "legal"]
aliases: ["SE", "SWE", "Sverige"]
created: 2026-04-13
updated: 2026-01-10
compile_into: ["[[country--sweden]]"]
sources:
  - name: "Finansinspektionen"
    url: "https://www.fi.se"
    type: "official"
  - name: "EU [[concept--mica|MiCA]] Regulation"
    url: "https://eur-lex.europa.eu"
    type: "official"
---

# 🇸🇪 [[country--sweden|Sweden]] (SE) — Crypto Regulation

> Sweden has a clear and stable regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, aligned with EU regulations such as the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen) actively monitors compliance and enforces AML rules.

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 28/100 (Moderate Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Moderate |
| Region | [[domain--europe|europe]] |
| Currency | [[entity--sek|SEK]] |
| Adoption Rank | #31 |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| Capital Gains (Personal) | /not explicitly stated on page/ |
| Capital Gains (Corporate) | /not explicitly stated on page/ |
| VAT on Crypto | No |
| Mining Tax | /not explicitly stated on page/ |
| Staking Tax | /not explicitly stated on page/ |
| Airdrop Tax | /not explicitly stated on page/ |

/not explicitly stated on page/

## Licensing

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | [[entity--fi|FI]] |
| Framework | Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $30,000 - $200,000 |
| Timeline | 4-12 months |

Licensing is governed under EU MiCA framework with Finansinspektionen as the national regulator. Obtaining licenses requires compliance with AML and operational standards.

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | Yes |
| Travel Rule | Yes |
| [[concept--fatf|FATF]] Member | Yes |
| FATF Status | compliant |

## DeFi

**Status:** regulated

DeFi activities are subject to regulation under the broader EU crypto asset framework, requiring compliance with AML and licensing rules.

## Stablecoins

**Status:** regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under the EU Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), with specific requirements for issuers and service providers.

## NFTs

**Status:** Unclear

MiCA excludes unique NFTs. FI follows ESMA classification guidance.

## Mining

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity Cost | $0.065/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 68% |
| Climate | temperate |
| Infrastructure | excellent |

Sweden offers favorable conditions for crypto mining due to low electricity costs and high renewable energy share, with strong infrastructure support.

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | very_stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 85/100 |
| Ease of Business | easy |
| Internet Freedom | free |
| Banking Access | open |

## Enforcement

FI has issued warnings about crypto risks and monitored VASP compliance. Skatteverket has been proactive in crypto tax enforcement.

## CBDC Status: pilot

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*Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.dev/crypto-map/). Last reviewed: 2026-04-13.*

**Sources:**
- [Finansinspektionen](https://www.fi.se)
- [EU MiCA Regulation](https://eur-lex.europa.eu)