Körkortsregister

Körkortsregister is the Swedish national database that holds information on all issued driving licences in Sweden. The register is maintained by the Swedish Transport Agency under the authority of the Swedish Road Administration. It contains personal details of licence holders, categories of licences (such as A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and M), dates of issue and expiry, as well as any special endorsements or restrictions that have been added during the licence’s lifetime.

The register is used for a variety of purposes, including the processing of licence applications, renewal checks, and enforcement of driving regulations. Police and other law‑enforcement agencies can query the database to verify the validity of a licence and to check for any driving offences or administrative sanctions that may affect driving privileges. In addition, the register supports the Swedish Department of Motor Vehicles in coordinating licence information with international driving agreements and visa procedures.

Data protection and privacy regulations strictly limit access to personal information in Körkortsregister. Access is granted only to authorised officials who have a legitimate need, and all queries are logged. The register must comply with Sweden’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements, which mandate that personal data be kept accurate, minimized, and retained only for the period necessary. The system’s security protocols are updated regularly to protect against data breaches and unauthorized access.