Benefit denied? How to request a review of the decision

If you disagree with a Försäkringskassan decision, you can request an omprövning — a formal reconsideration. Do not submit only “I disagree”. A stronger request identifies a specific error and provides evidence that can change the assessment.

A benefit denial is not always the final word.

If you disagree with a decision from the social insurance agency, you can request a formal review. The case is assessed again, including new evidence, and the reviewed decision can then be appealed to an administrative court.

What you need to know

• If you disagree with a Försäkringskassan decision, you can request an omprövning — a formal reconsideration.
• Försäkringskassan must receive the reconsideration request within two months from the day you received the decision.
• Explain which decision you want changed, the outcome you want and why, and attach relevant new evidence.
• The reconsideration decision can be appealed to the administrative court; the appeal is first sent to Försäkringskassan, also within two months.

What to do

1. Read the Ä r du inte nöjd med beslutet section in the decision letter.
2. State what is wrong, what outcome you request and why.
3. Attach new relevant evidence.
4. Submit within the stated deadline and keep proof of submission.

Important

Do not submit only “I disagree”. A stronger request identifies a specific error and provides evidence that can change the assessment.

Official sources

• Försäkringskassan — När du tycker att Försäkringskassan har gjort fel
• Försäkringskassan — Ersättning från Försäkringskassan – steg för steg

Sources checked: 2026-09-11.