RUT Tax Deduction 2026 — Complete Guide to Cleaning Tax Credits
Everything about the RUT tax deduction in 2026: who qualifies, how much you save, and which services apply. Save 50% on home cleaning with JSG Städservice.
Save 50%
The RUT deduction gives you half price on labour costs for cleaning services.
We handle everything
We manage the entire RUT process — you do not need to apply yourself.
SEK 75,000 per person
Maximum RUT deduction per person per year. Up to SEK 150,000 per household.
Approved by the Swedish Tax Agency
JSG has F-tax and is registered for RUT with the Swedish Tax Agency.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the RUT deduction if I live in an apartment?
Yes, you can use the RUT deduction regardless of whether you live in a condominium, rental property or house. The work must be carried out in your home.
Does the RUT deduction apply to holiday homes?
Yes, the RUT deduction also applies to cleaning of holiday homes and cottages, as long as you own or rent the property.
Can pensioners use the RUT deduction?
Yes, pensioners who pay tax are entitled to the RUT deduction. Many pensioners use it for home cleaning and window cleaning.
What happens if I exceed the maximum amount?
If you reach the maximum (SEK 75,000) during the year, you simply pay full price for remaining services. We keep track and notify you in advance.
Can businesses use the RUT deduction?
No, the RUT deduction only applies to private individuals. Businesses can instead deduct cleaning costs as a normal operating expense.
Do I need to apply for the RUT deduction?
No! We handle the entire process. You pay only 50% of the labour cost and we take care of the rest with the Swedish Tax Agency.
How do I know how much RUT deduction I have left?
You can log in at skatteverket.se under 'My pages' and see how much RUT deduction you have used during the year.
RUT Tax Deduction 2026 — Save 50% on Cleaning
Complete guide to the RUT tax deduction for household services
Up to SEK 75,000 in deductions per person per year
The RUT deduction lets you deduct 50% of the labour cost for household services such as home cleaning, move-out cleaning and window cleaning. Here we explain everything you need to know — who qualifies, how much you can save and how it works in practice.
What is the RUT deduction?
💰 50% tax reduction
The RUT deduction allows private individuals to deduct half the labour cost for household services directly on the invoice.
📅 Since 2007
The RUT deduction was introduced in 2007 and has since become one of Sweden's most popular tax benefits for individuals.
🏠 More legitimate jobs
The purpose is to make services accessible to more people, reduce undeclared work and create more legitimate employment.
⏰ More free time
With the RUT deduction you get professional cleaning at half the price — and more time to focus on what matters.
Which services are covered by the RUT deduction?
The following services offered by JSG Städservice qualify for the RUT deduction:
Cleaning services
- Home cleaning — regular or one-off cleaning of your home
- Move-out cleaning — cleaning in connection with moving
- Deep cleaning — thorough cleaning of the entire home
- Window cleaning — cleaning of windows in your home
Additional services
- Stairwell cleaning — cleaning of shared stairwells
- Estate cleaning — cleaning and clearing of estates
- Airbnb cleaning — cleaning of short-term rentals
- Washing and ironing of clothing and textiles in the home
Note: Office cleaning and facility cleaning for businesses are not covered by the RUT deduction. Companies can instead make a deduction as a business expense.
How much can you save with the RUT deduction in 2026?
SEK 75,000 per person
The maximum RUT deduction per person per year. The deduction equals 50% of the labour cost — not materials.
SEK 150,000 per household
If two adults live in the same household, both can use their deductions — totalling up to SEK 150,000 per year.
Automatic on your invoice
You pay only 50% of the labour cost directly to us. We request the remaining amount from the Swedish Tax Agency.
Cost examples: How much you save
| Scenario | Without RUT | With RUT | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home cleaning every two weeks (26 times/year, 2h) | 14,456 kr | 7,228 kr | 7,228 kr |
| Weekly home cleaning (52 times/year, 2h) | 28,912 kr | 14,456 kr | 14,456 kr |
| Move-out cleaning, 3-room apartment (5 hours) | 1,490 kr | 745 kr | 745 kr |
| Deep cleaning + window cleaning (6 hours) | 1,788 kr | 894 kr | 894 kr |
Who is entitled to the RUT deduction?
To qualify for the RUT deduction, you must meet the following conditions:
- Registered in Sweden — or have a home in Sweden for which you pay municipal tax
- You pay income tax — the RUT deduction cannot exceed your tax liability
- Work is carried out in your home — not in, for example, an office
- You use an approved company — with F-tax registration and RUT approval from the Swedish Tax Agency
- You are at least 18 years old
JSG Städservice has F-tax and is approved by the Swedish Tax Agency for RUT deductions. We handle the entire process for you.
How the RUT deduction works in practice
1. Book your cleaning
Contact us by phone, email or quote form to tell us about your needs.
2. We carry out the cleaning
Our team cleans according to the agreed schedule and scope.
3. You receive an invoice with the deduction
We have already deducted 50% on the invoice — you only pay half the amount.
4. We submit the request to the Swedish Tax Agency
You do not need to do anything — we handle all the administration.
5. The Tax Agency pays us
The remaining 50% is paid directly to us by the Swedish Tax Agency.
RUT deduction for couples and cohabitants
If there are two adults in your household, you can share the RUT deduction:
- Person A uses SEK 40,000 of their RUT deduction
- Person B uses SEK 40,000 of their RUT deduction
- Total: SEK 80,000 in RUT deductions for the household (out of a maximum of SEK 150,000)
We can help you allocate your invoices in the most advantageous way. Simply let us know when you book.
RUT deduction and tax returns
Since 2009, the RUT deduction has been managed through the invoice model:
- You pay 50% of the labour cost directly to the company
- The company requests the remaining 50% from the Swedish Tax Agency
- The deduction appears in your preliminary income tax return in April
- You verify that the amounts are correct in your tax return
You do not need to attach receipts or submit separate applications. Everything is handled automatically through the Swedish Tax Agency's system.
Book cleaning with RUT deduction
📞 Contact us
Call 010-551 04 70 or email info@jsgstadservice.se to book your cleaning with the RUT deduction.
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A well-established cleaning company providing professional cleaning services in Stockholm since 2015. Since 2024, we also serve Gothenburg.