The short answer
A Council on Legislation referral published on 3 September 2026 proposes that Skatteverket stop issuing identity cards on 1 March 2027. This is still a legislative proposal, not a service that has already closed. Under the proposal, cards issued before the transition would remain valid until their expiry date, while later applicants would use the system in force when they apply.
What has actually been proposed
The government wants a more unified public identity system and proposes removing Skatteverket’s role as an ID-card issuer.
The proposed date is 1 March 2027, subject to the remaining legislative process.
Check the official page before acting on an old screenshot or social-media summary.
| In Swedish | What it means | When you use it |
|---|---|---|
| Utfärdar Skatteverket fortfarande id-kort? | Does Skatteverket still issue ID cards? | |
| Gäller mitt id-kort till utgångsdatumet? | Is my ID card valid until its expiry date? |
Your current card
The proposal does not make every Skatteverket card invalid on 1 March 2027.
Check the expiry date and the exact identity requirements of the organisation asking for proof.
An ID card, passport, electronic ID and personnummer serve different purposes.
If you need to apply
For an application before the possible closure, consult Skatteverket for eligibility, payment and appointment requirements.
For an application after the announced date, do not guess the issuing authority: verify the final rules once legislation is complete.
Prepare a digital access route too with the Freja eID and BankID guide.
Document the transition
Keep the receipt, appointment confirmation and any decision you receive.
If a bank, employer or authority rejects your identity evidence, ask in writing which document it accepts.
The SvenskaApp settling path organises administrative steps, while the level test identifies the language you need next.
Sources
Rules and processing times change. Check the official page for your own case before acting on anything here.
Questions people ask
- Has Skatteverket already stopped issuing ID cards?
- No. As of 20 September 2026, the government is proposing a closure date of 1 March 2027.
- Would my card expire on 1 March 2027?
- The proposal allows existing cards to remain valid until their stated expiry date.
- Where would I apply afterwards?
- Check the final rules and designated authority after the legislative process is completed.
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