Swedish General Election 2026
- Sep 13, 2026, Sweden
Often considered globally as a liberal utopia, Sweden is gearing up for a general election in 2026.
After the 2022 election and the winning of reclaiming of office by the Swedish Social Democrat Party, it seems highly likely that this party will remain in power.
Of course, as is the way with politics, until the last ballot is counted, nothing is set in stone, and according to the most recent polls, it seems that the Moderate Party is catching up,
So, if you are a fan of global politics, want to learn more about each party’s odds, or are simply curious, everything you need to know about the Swedish General Election 2026 is right here. Keep reading!
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Sweden: Assessing the Political Landscape in 2025
At the time of writing, the Swedish Social Democrat Party is still ahead in the polls, with the website politpro.eu showing that they have a 34.7 percent approval rating.
Next, the Moderate Party and the Sweden Democrats are in joint second with an approval rating of 19.6. So, it’s neck and neck for the second position, with the Swedish Social Democrats remaining popular.
Who is The Current Leader?
The current Prime Minister of Sweden is Ulf Hjalmar Kristersson, who has been in office since 2022. It is unclear at the time of writing if he is intending to run for the position again in 2026.
How The Electorate Works in Sweden
OK, this is complicated, so pay attention, or it may get a bit confusing.
The Riksdag is comprised of 349 seats, which are elected via open list proportional representation. An electoral threshold of four percent of the national vote or 12 percent within a constituency is needed for any party to claim a seat.
Of the 349 seats, 310 are elected from 29 constituencies, which range from two to 40 seats. The remaining 39 seats are apportioned nationally and are considered leveling seats, which ensures that the parties that passed the four percent threshold can hold a proportional number of the seats.
If a party wins more constituency seats at the General Election than it is entitled to, a redistribution of constituency seats will occur to reduce the seats that have been won. So, there is an equal distribution, and no one party can hold every seat: if they get above four percent, each party has a voice.
When is the Swedish General Election 2026?
The Swedish General Election will be held in Sweden on September 13, 2026.
Keeping an Eye on the Politics
If you want to keep an eye on Swedish politics, you can do so via the website www.politico.eu. You can also keep an eye on the current Swedish government via the official page, Sweden.se, or you can follow the parties on X and other social media platforms for the latest news.
Who Can Vote in the Swedish General Election?
To vote in the Swedish general election, a voter must meet the following criteria:
- They must be aged 18 years of age or older at the time of the election
- They must be currently residing in Sweden (there are exemptions for members of the armed services who may be abroad at the time of the election)
- They must be registered to vote.
