Loans & tax · 2026

Sweden interest deduction calculator

Estimate the tax reduction for your annual interest expenses and see whether the loan qualifies in 2026.

Estimated tax reduction
18 000 kr
Interest expenses60 000 kr
Eligible interest amount60 000 kr
Cost after reduction42 000 kr

This is an estimate of the tax reduction for a capital deficit. Capital income, other capital losses and your final tax can affect the outcome.

How the Swedish interest deduction works in 2026

For loans that meet the qualifying security requirements, interest expenses can be included in your capital deficit. The tax reduction is normally 30 percent up to SEK 100,000 of capital deficit and 21 percent on the part above that threshold.

Unsecured loans in 2026

From income year 2026, interest on unsecured loans no longer qualifies for the deduction. This includes many personal loans and credit-card debts.

Your final result can be affected by capital income, other capital losses and your final tax assessment.