If you are planning to carry out a contract in Scandinavia, there is one thing you need to know: without an ID06 card, your workers will not be allowed on site. In Sweden, this system is not optional – it is a market standard that tightens up the industry, prevents illegal employment and ensures safety.
In 2026, the regulations are even stricter than before, and the electronic ID is integrated with time-tracking systems. What exactly is this document, and how do you get through the registration process without a headache?
What is the ID06 system and who does it apply to?
Simply put, ID06 is a personal identification card. Everyone present on a construction site must have one – from manual workers and site managers to cleaning staff.
The card serves several functions:
- It opens turnstiles at the construction site.
- It records entry and exit times (an electronic attendance log that Skatteverket has access to).
- It confirms the identity and legal employment status of workers in the construction sector.
Not having a card, or using an invalid one, can result in severe financial penalties for the company and immediate removal from the site.
How to obtain a card? Step-by-step procedure
Before your workers can legally enter a construction site, the company must first be verified. The process in 2026 is fully digital, but it requires attention to detail – especially when verifying the identity of foreign nationals.
Identity verification – what to watch out for
The trickiest part is getting the worker correctly registered in the ID06 system. For the process to go smoothly, all employees must have valid identity documents.
For Polish citizens, a biometric passport works best for mobile verification (scanning the NFC chip with a phone). A Polish national ID card is also accepted, but the scanning process in the app can sometimes be more technically demanding than with a passport.
Remember that the data entered into the system must match the identity document exactly. A typo in a surname or an incorrect document expiry date will result in the application being rejected – and wasted time.
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
The cost of the card itself depends on the price list of your chosen provider (ID06 partner), but typically amounts to a few hundred Swedish kronor per card. On top of that, there is an annual administrative fee for the company registered in the system. The waiting time for physical cards is usually around 5 working days from the moment the worker’s identity is approved. It is therefore worth taking care of the formalities before the team leaves for Sweden.
Summary
ID06 Sweden is a term you need to add to your to-do list as soon as a contract is signed. The system is watertight and has no exceptions. If the formalities around posting workers, filing notifications with Swedish authorities or recording working hours seem complicated – you don’t have to do it alone. At Revea, we specialise in accounting and HR services for construction companies in Sweden. Contact us and we will help you navigate the maze of regulations, so you can focus on building.
