What is required to form a Swedish economic association?
At least three non-investor members must adopt statutes and elect a board and at least one auditor. The association must promote members’ economic interests through economic activity in which they participate in a way specified by law.
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Lag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar
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What the rules say
- At least three non-investor members must adopt statutes and elect a board and at least one auditor.
- The association must promote members’ economic interests through economic activity in which they participate in a way specified by law.
- The association must apply for registration. Before registration it cannot acquire rights or assume obligations, subject to the board’s specific powers during formation.
- Only the association’s assets may be used for its obligations. Due membership contributions, subordinated contributions and membership fees count as assets.
The requirements line by line
| Question | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Formation | At least three non-investor members must adopt statutes and elect a board and at least one auditor. | Lag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar |
| Purpose | The association must promote members’ economic interests through economic activity in which they participate in a way specified by law. | Lag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar |
| Registration | The association must apply for registration. Before registration it cannot acquire rights or assume obligations, subject to the board’s specific powers during formation. | Lag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar |
| Liability | Only the association’s assets may be used for its obligations. Due membership contributions, subordinated contributions and membership fees count as assets. | Lag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar |
What it means for the company
Define member participation, contributions and statutes. Elect a board and auditor and apply to the Companies Registration Office.
What it means for the individual
Personal liability depends on your role, any personal guarantees and the circumstances of the individual case.
Source lines
- Svensk författningssamling, RiksdagenLag (2018:672) om ekonomiska föreningar · read 2026-10-30 · proof 520ae8e44bc07ffb
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Define member participation, contributions and statutes. Elect a board and auditor and apply to the Companies Registration Office.
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