R&D tax incentives in Sweden – what the inquiry proposes

Join Aspia’s R&D Advisory team for a focused session on the proposals under the ongoing inquiry into Sweden’s R&D tax incentive framework. In just 30 minutes, you will gain a clear understanding of the proposals presented in SOU 2026:1, what they could mean in practice, and how companies should work with the current R&D deduction while preparing for possible changes ahead.

During the webinar, we will cover:

• A brief recap of the current Swedish R&D deduction and who it applies to

• An overview of the proposals presented in SOU 2026:1 and the rationale behind them

• What companies should do now under the existing R&D framework

• How to prepare for potential changes from 2027, if the proposals are adopted

• Key areas of uncertainty, risks, and practical considerations at this stage

• Live Q&A with our experts

Agenda:

• 10:00 - Welcome and introductions
  Brief introduction of Aspia’s R&D Advisory team and the purpose of the session.

• 10:03 - The current Swedish R&D deduction - a short recap
  Overview of the existing FoU-avdrag, who it applies to, and how it reduces employer contributions today.

• 10:07 - Proposals under the government inquiry (SOU 2026:1)
  Overview of the proposed R&D tax incentive models, the background to the inquiry, and how the proposals differ from the current framework.

• 10:15 - What companies should do now and how to prepare ahead
  Practical considerations under the existing rules and how companies can prepare for potential changes from 2027 if the proposals are adopted.

• 10:22 - How Aspia supports companies
  How Aspia’s R&D Advisory team supports companies in meeting today’s R&D compliance requirements while identifying opportunities and preparing for the potential impact of the proposed changes.

• 10.25 - Live Q&A
  Open Q&A session with our experts