How does the rent guarantee work in Sweden 2026?
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The rent guarantee in Sweden is a law that protects tenants from being evicted from their homes without valid reasons. It was introduced in 1970 and has since been an important part of Sweden's housing policy.
According to the Land Code (1970:994), tenants have the right to rent guarantee, which means they have the right to expect to stay in their apartment as long as they pay their rent on time and follow the conditions set out in the rental agreement.
But what happens if you can't pay your rent? How does the rent guarantee work in Sweden 2026?