Aktivitetsersättning

Aktivitetsersättning is a Swedish social insurance benefit intended for young adults with long-term reduced ability to work due to illness or injury. It is administered by Försäkringskassan and is part of the country’s system for providing financial support during rehabilitation and a transition back to work or education.

Eligibility generally requires that the applicant is between 19 and 29 years old, has a long-term reduction in work capacity due to illness or injury, and resides in Sweden. A medical assessment is used to determine the extent of reduced work capacity, and applicants typically participate in a plan containing rehabilitative or work-related activities. The decision and the amount of the benefit are determined by Försäkringskassan based on the individual’s circumstances and work history.

Application for aktivitetsersättning is made to Försäkringskassan, usually supported by medical documentation and information about the applicant’s work capacity and rehabilitation plan. Recipients may be expected to participate in activities or rehabilitation efforts as part of the overall program, with ongoing reviews to assess continued eligibility and level of support.

The benefit is paid for a defined period and may be adjusted as the person’s situation changes. In most cases, eligibility is time-limited until the applicant reaches a certain age or until work capacity improves sufficiently. The policy interacts with other social security benefits, and changes in health or employment status can affect eligibility or benefit level.

Aktivitetsersättning represents a pathway within Sweden’s disability and work-rehabilitation framework, aiming to support young adults in maintaining income stability while pursuing recovery and entry into the labor market.