A Sweden number gives your business a local presence with country code +46. Inside Sweden, callers dial the trunk prefix 0 before the area code. From abroad, callers dial +46 and drop the 0.
Number types in Sweden
- Local numbersGeographic numbers with a city or regional area code. Customers see a familiar local number and call you at local rates.
- National numbersNon-geographic numbers that work nationwide without tying you to one city — ideal for a single number across the whole country.
- Mobile numbersNumbers from mobile ranges, for services that need a mobile-looking number. SMS capability depends on the range.
- Toll-free numbersFree for your callers from most networks. You cover the inbound cost, which lowers the barrier for sales and support calls.
Local numbers by city
- Stockholm 08
- Gothenburg 031
- Malmö 040
- Uppsala 018
- Linköping 013
- Umeå 090
- Västerås 021
- Norrköping 011
- Lund 046
- Luleå 0920
- Borås 033
- Växjö 0470
- Halmstad 035
- Karlskrona 0455
- Karlstad 054
- Östersund 063
- Trollhättan 0520
- Borlänge 0243
- Kristianstad 044
- Kalmar 0480
- Falun 023
- Skövde 0500
- Skellefteå 0910
- Uddevalla 0522
- Varberg 0340
National prefixes
Toll-free prefixes
Sweden numbering at a glance
| Country code | +46 |
|---|---|
| Trunk prefix | 0 |
| International call prefix | 00 |
| Geographic number length | 7–9 digits after the country code |
| Mobile number length | 9 digits |
| Example landline format | +46 8 12 34 56 |
| Number types in the plan | Local, national, mobile and toll-free |
| Capital | Stockholm |
| Official languages | Swedish, Northern Sami, Southern Sami |
| Currency | SEK |
| Time zone | Europe/Stockholm |
What you get with every Sweden number
- Delivery to your SIP trunk, IP-PBX, Microsoft Teams (Direct Routing), softphone or any mobile number
- Time-of-day routing, failover destinations and simultaneous ring
- Real-time call records and usage in the customer portal
- Number porting in and out, where the Sweden regulator allows it
Requirements for Sweden numbers
Some Sweden number ranges require proof of a business or residential address, or company registration documents. You will see exactly what is needed for the number you choose before you pay, and you can upload documents in the portal. How verification works.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a Sweden number if my business is based elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many Sweden ranges are available to international businesses; others need a local address. The requirement is shown on each number before checkout.
How do people abroad call a Sweden number?
They dial their international access code (or + on a mobile), then 46, then the number without the leading 0. For example: +46 8 12 34 56.
Can I move my existing Sweden number to you?
In most cases, yes. Contact sales with the number and current provider and we will confirm portability and timing.
Which Sweden cities can I get a local number in?
We list local area codes for 25 Sweden cities and regions, including Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala, Linköping and Umeå. Live stock is shown on each city page.