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Switch Mobile Plan in Sweden
TL;DR
- Don’t cancel your current plan yourself! Your new provider will handle everything for you.
- You can keep your Swedish number when you switch operator.
- Most providers require a Swedish Personal Number and BankID to switch mobile plan online.
- Read our comparisons of mobile plans and operators or try out our interactive mobile plan comparison tool.
Good Reasons To Switch Mobile Plan
I’ve been in the mobile industry for 10 years and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: most people don’t have a “bad” mobile plan, they just have a plan that quietly stopped matching their life. Switching is usually worth it for you when:
- Your monthly price has crept up and you’re still paying like it’s 2021.
- You’re paying for way more data than you use (or you’re topping up with extra charges every month).
- There’s a shiny new deal or a shiny new phone you need (or not need but crave badly).
And I totally get it. It’s easy to get comfy with your current plan and switching sounds like it might be a hassle… and will it really be worth it?
Good news newcomer! Switching to a better-fitting mobile plan in Sweden usually isn’t hard at all. In most cases, you simply find a plan, keep your number, your new operator handles the move, and you’re done in a few simple steps and have your new, up-to-date plan up and running. With eSIM it's even simpler, as you don't need to wait for a SIM-card to arrive.
Avoid The Danger Zone of Final Invoices & Fees
There are a few things you should know before placing your switch order though:
- Bindningstid (binding period). If you switch during binding time, you’ll get a final invoice for the period you have left.
- Uppsägningstid (notice period). This is usually a non-issue, but it could be good to check the terms to try and avoid double invoices for the first month after your switch.
- Any phone payment plan (delbetalning) that’s tied to the subscription. If you’ve previously purchased a phone tied to your mobile plan, you have a payment plan for 12, 24, 36 or 48 months.
How to Switch Mobile Plan in Sweden
This is the step-by-step I recommend because it avoids the classic “oops I lost my number” panic.
- Choose the new plan first (don’t start by cancelling).
Most switching problems start with: “I cancelled my plan, then I tried to move my number.” Don’t. Instead, compare and pick the new operator/plan first.
- Compare mobile plans and operators based on the following factors:
- Total monthly cost over time: Intro prices and campaigns are of course nice, but make sure that the regular price over time still keeps you at a price level you’re happy with.
- Data: If you’re always on Wi-Fi: lower data plan. If you hotspot, stream and commute: higher data (or unlimited).
- eSIM: If you want instant activation or dual SIM for work/personal, eSIM is a smart move.
- Sign up and request porting (“keep my number”).
When you order the new subscription, choose a preferred starting date and the option to keep your number (“flytta nummer”, “behåll nummer” or “portera nummer” in Swedish). Your new operator then runs the switch process for you and notify you via email and/or text along the way.
- Activate your SIM/eSIM.
- Physical SIM: swap on the advised switch date.
- eSIM: usually QR/in-app activation.
That’s more or less it. If you're looking to switch, you're now ready to get started with our comparison of mobile plans and providers in Sweden. We regularly update all plans for you to easily compare, and if you prefer to get a personalized suggestion you simply use our interactive Mobile Comparison Tool. Add your preferences and needs and voila; top picks ready for you to switch to. Good luck!
With over 10 years of experience in subscription management and a few years living abroad, I’m very excited to now help newcomers get settled here in Sweden. I’m a copy-junkie in charge of most of our content, and often find myself deep-diving into the most random topics for way too long.
