Tenant Rights for Temporary Rentals in Sweden

As a tenant in Sweden, you may be unsure about what rights apply to temporary rentals. This guide clearly explains what you can demand regarding maintenance and repairs, how landlord obligations work and what steps you can take if problems arise. We cover common scenarios like heating failures, leaks or pests, how to document defects, applicable deadlines and when you can turn to the Rent Tribunal or the Enforcement Authority. The goal is for you to feel more confident when dealing with your landlord and to know how to protect your rights in Sweden.

Hyresvärdens ansvar

The landlord is responsible for ensuring the home is usable during the rental period and that necessary repairs are carried out. This means that urgent faults such as leaks, heating outages or electrical faults must be fixed quickly. The landlord must also perform regular maintenance so that the dwelling maintains its standard over time. If the landlord does not fix faults, you as a tenant can demand remediation, rent reduction or in some cases termination of the agreement.

Vad ingår i underhållsskyldigheten?

• Urgent repairs that threaten health or safety.
• Ongoing maintenance of the building's technical systems.
• Measures needed to keep the dwelling habitable.
• Information and clear notices about planned works and times.

Vad du som hyresgäst bör göra

When a defect is discovered it is important to act systematically: document, inform the landlord in writing, and follow up. If the landlord does not respond or remedy within a reasonable time, you can contact the Rent Tribunal for review or in some cases seek help from the Enforcement Authority.^[2][3]

• Document damages with dates, photos and a written description.
• Notify the landlord in writing and request a written response within a set time.
• Observe the deadlines stated in your message and note when you contacted the landlord.
• Seek advice if you are unsure about your rights.

When can you request a rent reduction?

If defects in the dwelling reduce its utility value, you may be entitled to a rent reduction until the fault is remedied. The size of the reduction depends on how serious the defect is and how long it persists. The Rent Tribunal adjudicates such matters if the parties do not agree.

Vanliga frågor

Vad ansvarar hyresvärden för vid en tillfällig uthyrning?

The landlord is responsible for ensuring the dwelling is usable, that urgent faults are remedied and that normal maintenance is carried out so the accommodation keeps acceptable standards.

Hur dokumenterar jag bäst ett fel?

Take clear photos with dates, write down what happened, save receipts and send a written fault report to the landlord.

När ska jag kontakta Hyresnämnden eller Kronofogden?

Contact the Rent Tribunal if you cannot reach an agreement about repairs or rent reduction; contact the Enforcement Authority for questions about enforcement of a decision.

Så gör du

1. Document the problem: photos, dates and a short description.
2. Notify the landlord in writing and request remediation within a reasonable time.
3. If nothing happens, apply for review at the Rent Tribunal with your documentation.
4. Follow up the review and, if necessary, contact the Enforcement Authority for enforcement.

Hjälp och stöd / Resurser

• Contact the Rent Tribunal — Domstol.se
• Contact the Enforcement Authority — Kronofogden.se
• Jordabalken (rental law) — Riksdagen.se

1. [1] Jordabalken (1970:994) — Riksdagen
2. [2] Hyresnämnden — Domstol.se
3. [3] Kronofogden — Kronofogden.se