{"id":1484,"date":"2026-06-26T16:13:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T14:13:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/ansokan\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T17:50:02","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T15:50:02","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"For those seeking support"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section section_has_divider et_pb_bottom_divider\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--luxnee4t1g preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--nested--cr632qvi7j\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Looking for financial support?<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--rofsv03s8m\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>We provide financial support to people facing temporary financial difficulties.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j\" href=\"#apply\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-content\">Apply for support<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_bottom_inside_divider et-no-transition\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"aktuellt\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--21rburtgtn\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How to apply for support<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_pb_row_nested et_grid_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_0 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_left et_pb_blurb_image_svg et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--xeg0gjtfla preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/steg-1.svg\" alt=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-398\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Check if you can apply<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Find out what <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/grant-guidelines\/\">basic requirements<\/a> you need to meet to apply for financial support from FVO.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_1 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_left et_pb_blurb_image_svg et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--xeg0gjtfla preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/steg-2.svg\" alt=\"2\" class=\"wp-image-399\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Gather your attachments<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p>Find out which <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/attachments\/\">documents<\/a> you need and gather them before starting your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_2 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_left et_pb_blurb_image_svg et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font--hm5q2bb--xeg0gjtfla preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/steg-3.svg\" alt=\"3\" class=\"wp-image-400\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Submit your application<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><a href=\"#apply\">Apply online<\/a> if you can. This way, you\u2019ll receive confirmation that we\u2019ve received your application and find out whether your application has been approved or rejected. We can also contact you if anything is missing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/fvo-ansokan.jpg\" alt=\"Kvinna som l\u00e4ser\" width=\"795\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/fvo-ansokan.jpg 795w, https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/fvo-ansokan-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 795px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-1358\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"apply\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--nested--21rburtgtn preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--sy5v7r0arr\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Apply for support<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module content-white preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--hoqhu58fzg\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>When you apply online, you\u2019ll be notified whether your application has been approved or rejected.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure what to do? See our <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/faq\/\">FAQ<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_grid_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_group_0 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--xeg0gjtfla\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Online application<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j\" href=\"https:\/\/live.barium.se\/Link\/ExternalForm\/f2f57a14-7c8b-41d6-b594-ed3f8144447f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-content\">Start your application<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--bgluzhky14\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Log in with BankID..<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<a class=\"et_pb_link_0 et_pb_link et-interaction-target-npzblvo7q9 et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/apply\/help\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-interaction-target=\"npzblvo7q9\"><span class=\"et_pb_link_inner\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\ue060<\/span><span class=\"et_pb_link_text\">How to fill in your application<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_group_1 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--xeg0gjtfla\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Online application for Court-appointed guardian<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--izxl425f1j\" href=\"https:\/\/live.barium.se\/Link\/ExternalForm\/0c0a381a-42f7-4cdf-b093-7ecc74abbab0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-content\">Start your application<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--bgluzhky14\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Log in with BankID<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_0 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content-white preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--hoqhu58fzg preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--urpyjzd5zy preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--urpyjzd5zy\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Paper application<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>You can also apply on paper. Please note that we <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">won\u2019t<\/span> be able to notify you whether your application has been approved or rejected.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/fvo-ansokan-papper-20260114.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the paper application form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"aktuellt\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--21rburtgtn\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Your attachments are essential to your application<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--fmbnbj1gh8\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>To review your application, we need you to include the correct attachments and make sure all pages are included. Please go through our checklist before submitting your application.<\/p>\n<p>Having trouble getting your attachments in order? <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/contact\/\">Call us<\/a> during our phone hours and we\u2019ll help you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_3_wrapper preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--5cd8palszl_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_3 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-button--divi-button--h1c8vfa--5cd8palszl\" href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/attachments\/\"><span class=\"et-pb-parallax-content\">Attachment checklist<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--xeg0gjtfla\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Tips for attachments when applying online<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_1 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">1. Gather your attachments<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Find out which attachments you need to include. If you live with other adults, you\u2019ll need attachments from them too. Gather everything before starting your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_2 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">2. Make your attachments digital<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>If you have a paper document, you\u2019ll need to scan it or take a photo of it. If it has several pages, it\u2019s best to scan them into a single document.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/scan-documents\/\">How to scan documents with your phone<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_3 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">3. Give your files clear names<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Name your attachments so you can easily tell what\u2019s in them, for example, Family Certificate. Once you\u2019ve uploaded an attachment, you\u2019ll only be able to see the file name. You won\u2019t be able to open the document to check its contents.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_4 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">4. Check your attachments<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Open all the attachments you\u2019ve photographed or scanned. Make sure all pages are included and everything is easy to read. If anything is missing or unclear, you\u2019ll need to scan or photograph it again.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_5 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">5. Keep your attachments in one place<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Keep all your attachments in one place on your computer or phone, such as a folder. This makes it easier to find and attach them when you apply.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"aktuellt\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_grid_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_8 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--21rburtgtn\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Who can apply?<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-font-body--h1yjkjr--fmbnbj1gh8\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>To apply for support from FVO, you need to meet some basic requirements based on the Swedish Tax Agency\u2019s rules. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee that you\u2019ll receive financial support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--urpyjzd5zy\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Basic requirements<\/h4><\/div><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"et_pb_icon_list_0 et_pb_icon_list et_pb_module et_flex_module\">\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_0 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">You have applied for and received a decision on all benefits you may be entitled to.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_1 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">You have a permanent place to live.<\/div><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_icon_list_item_2 et_pb_icon_list_item et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">N<\/span><div class=\"et_pb_icon_list_text\">You are considered to be in financial need under the Swedish Tax Agency\u2019s rules.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ansokan-grundkrav.jpg\" alt=\"Man och hund\" width=\"795\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ansokan-grundkrav.jpg 795w, https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ansokan-grundkrav-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 795px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-1357\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_6 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" id=\"content\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--21rburtgtn\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Need help? Feel free to call us<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_3 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_left et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">+46 (0)8 411 33 31 \u00b7 Phone hours: Tuesdays, 10 am\u201312 pm<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_7 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_11 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-heading--divi-font--hp5h6dj--21rburtgtn\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Frequently asked questions about applying<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_6 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Who can apply for financial support?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>To apply, you need to meet some basic requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You have applied for and received a decision on all benefits you may be entitled to, such as housing allowance, housing supplement and maintenance support.<\/li>\n<li>You have a permanent place to live.<\/li>\n<li>You are considered to be in financial need under the Swedish Tax Agency\u2019s rules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For 2025, the income limit is SEK 235,200 per year for a person living alone. For each additional person in the household, whether an adult or a child, SEK 58,800 is added to this limit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Exemples:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One person living alone: maximum SEK 235,200<\/li>\n<li>One adult with one child: maximum SEK 294,000<\/li>\n<li>Two adults: maximum SEK 294,000<\/li>\n<li>Two adults with two children: maximum SEK 411,600<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even if your income is above the limit, you may still be able to receive support. In this case, we\u2019ll look at your finances and personal situation individually. For example, an unexpected period of sick leave may have affected your finances. We consider the entire household and everyone living there.<\/p>\n<p>Meeting the basic requirements does not guarantee that you\u2019ll receive financial support. We assess each application individually, and FVO has limited funds available.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you receive social assistance?<\/strong><br \/>\nIf so, you first need to speak to your social worker at the social services department and include FVO\u2019s form with your application.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/infor-ansokan-stiftelsemedel.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_7 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can I apply if I receive social assistance?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>Yes, but first you need to speak to your social worker at the social services department. You and your social worker need to fill in FVO\u2019s form, which you then include with your application.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/infor-ansokan-stiftelsemedel.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_8 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What can I apply for financial support for?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>You can apply for support for things that you cannot get help with from the government or your local municipality. For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dental care<\/li>\n<li>Glasses<\/li>\n<li>Recreation<\/li>\n<li>Household equipment<\/li>\n<li>Leisure activities<\/li>\n<li>Temporary financial support<\/li>\n<li>Other needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Do you receive social assistance?<\/strong><br \/>\nIf so, you first need to speak to your social worker at the social services department and include FVO\u2019s form with your application.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/infor-ansokan-stiftelsemedel.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_9 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can I get emergency financial help?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>FVO cannot provide emergency financial help. If you need help right away, please contact the social services department in your municipality.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_10 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Why do you need so much information?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>We need this information to assess your application according to the Swedish Tax Agency\u2019s rules and find out which foundations may be able to support you. Each foundation has its own purpose and may have different requirements for who can receive support.<\/p>\n<p>For example, one foundation may support people living in a certain area, while another may focus on women, children, older people or people with certain jobs or educational backgrounds. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to fill in all the information that applies to you, including your previous jobs and education.<\/p>\n<p>All financial support provided through FVO goes to people who are in financial need.<\/p>\n<p>If you receive social assistance, you also need to include FVO\u2019s form. Both you and your social worker must sign it. You can find the form on our <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/attachments\/\">attachments page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_11 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When can I apply for financial support?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>You can apply at any time of the year. We accept applications all year round.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_12 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How often can I apply?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>If you\u2019ve received financial support from FVO, you must wait at least 13 months before applying again. The 13 months are counted from the month when you received the money.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_13 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What happens after I submit my application?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>If you apply online, you\u2019ll receive a confirmation by email. Once we\u2019ve reviewed your application, we\u2019ll also let you know whether it\u2019s been approved or rejected.<\/p>\n<p>If you apply on paper, we\u2019ll only contact you if your application is approved. You won\u2019t be notified if it\u2019s rejected. The money will then be paid into the bank account you provided.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases, a decision may take longer because some foundations only pay out financial support at certain times of the year.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_14 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">The online application isn\u2019t working \u2013 what should I do?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>First, try updating your web browser. The online application works best with a recent version of Google Chrome or Safari.<\/p>\n<p>If it still doesn\u2019t work, you can apply using a paper application form. Unfortunately, FVO is unable to provide individual technical support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_15 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When will I hear back?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>It usually takes a few months to receive a decision. It may take longer when we receive a large number of applications.<\/p>\n<p>Some applications need a more detailed review and can take up to six months to process.<\/p>\n<p>If you applied online, you\u2019ll receive an email once a decision has been made.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_16 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Can you answer questions about my application?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>For security and privacy reasons, we cannot answer questions about submitted applications by phone or email. This includes questions about whether we\u2019ve received your application or whether it\u2019s been approved or rejected.<\/p>\n<p>We cannot be sure that the person contacting us is the same person who submitted the application. We also handle many applications from people with protected personal information, so we need to follow the same rule for everyone.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_17 et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_item et_pb_toggle_close et_pb_module et_flex_module content preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font-body--h19rs5u--fmbnbj1gh8 preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--hp5h6dj--jfjud74uri preset--group--divi-toggle--divi-font--h10j4yd--jfjud74uri\"><h5 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Why was my application rejected?<\/h5><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix et_flex_module\"><p>The most common reason for rejection is an incomplete application. For example, an attachment or some information we need to assess your application may be missing.<\/p>\n<p>Your application may also be rejected if your income is above the Swedish Tax Agency\u2019s limit for being considered in financial need. FVO does not provide financial support to pay off debts or for dental care that is not considered necessary.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/rejected\/\">Read more about why applications are rejected.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can also visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/public-support\/\">Public Support page<\/a> to find out where to get other help.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1484","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1484","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1484"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1484\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1512,"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1484\/revisions\/1512"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1484"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}