Membership
Unemployment insurance is your most important protection in case of unemployment. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about becoming a member, what it costs, what applies if you’re a student or planning to move abroad – and how to switch unemployment insurance funds.
Unemployment insurance – your most important protection
Unemployment insurance provides a basic safety net if you lose your job. Housing, food, your phone – the list of expenses is long. We offer top-quality service, help with your application, and on-time payments if you become unemployed. The unemployment insurance fund gives you financial peace of mind in uncertain times.
Join us todayFor those who want to become a member
Joining the unemployment insurance fund is easy – and an important safety net in your working life. Here, we guide you step by step on how to become a member, switch funds, what conditions apply, and what the membership costs.
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1. Become a member
Membership always starts from the 1st of the month, and you will receive your decision by email.
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2. Want to switch funds?
Fill out an application and we’ll handle the switch for you! As soon as your current fund ends your membership, you’ll become a member with us.
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3. Membership requirements
Anyone with at least a foreign Bachelor's degree, at least 150 Swedish higher education credits, or who is currently studying toward 180 credits can join. Certain professions also qualify for membership.
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4. It costs 140 SEK
It costs 140 SEK per month to be a member of Akademikernas a-kassa. The lowest fee in the industry. Plus, 25% is tax-deductible.
More about the membership
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Everything about your membership
View payments, update your details, download certificates, or pay your fee via Swish.
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Should I join as a student?
Yes, it’s often a good idea to join the unemployment insurance fund as a student – especially if you work alongside your studies or have worked previously.
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Membership fee
It costs 140 SEK per month, and you can pay via direct debit (autogiro), e-invoice, or Kivra.
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End membership
You need to end your membership in writing, and this is done in My Membership.
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Want to become a member again?
Great! If you rejoin the month after your membership ended, you keep your earned membership time.
Do you have questions?
Don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here for you when you need help. You can call or email us, or send a message via Mina sidor.