Low pension? Check whether you qualify for bostadstillägg

Pensionsmyndigheten assesses housing costs, income, assets and savings when calculating bostadstillägg. Pensioners generally need to live in Sweden, draw their full public pension and meet the applicable age requirement.

In Sweden, pensioners with limited finances may qualify for bostadstillägg.

Pensionsmyndigheten assesses housing costs, income, assets and savings when calculating bostadstillägg. Pensioners generally need to live in Sweden, draw their full public pension and meet the applicable age requirement.

What matters

• For pensioners, the general rule is age 67+ and full public pension including premium pension.
• The whole financial situation is assessed.
• Married/cohabiting couples normally apply jointly.
• You can make a preliminary calculation first; the application also tests eligibility for äldreförsörjningsstöd.

What to do

1. Use the preliminary calculation tool.
2. Prepare housing, income and asset information.
3. Submit the application and check joint-signing requirements if you have a partner.

Important limitation

Entitlement and amount depend on the whole household economy.

Official source

Pensionsmyndigheten

Information checked: 13 October 2026.