Sweden's 'Leisure Time Card' for Children Explained withUsage Details
The Fritidskortet, a government scheme in Sweden, offers a yearly allowance of 500 kronor to children aged 8-16 for leisure or sport activities. Here's a breakdown of how it works:
To access the Fritidskortet, you'll need to log in to fritidskortet.se with your eID. Currently, only BankID and Freja eID are accepted, but paper forms are available for those without a digital ID.
Once you've gained access, you can use the allowance for fees for sport clubs, outdoor activities, or cultural schools (e.g., music or dance classes), covering training fees, participation fees, or membership fees. The money can also be used to hire gear or other equipment for participation in leisure activities.
To use the 500 kronor leisure benefit, children must be enrolled in a leisure or sport activity with a registered club or cultural group. The activity must be classified as regular, meaning it takes place at least six times in a six-month period.
If the total fee for the activity is more than 500 kronor, you can make an extra payment to the same OCR number on the invoice for the remaining amount. You'll get another 500 kronor in January, which again will need to be used by November 30th. It's important to note that any leftover funds can be used on the next invoice.
However, if you don't use the money by November 30th, you lose it - it won't be saved or rolled over to the next year. Parents can search for registered clubs on the fritidskortet.se website.
Families who received housing allowance (bostadsbidrag) last year are eligible for an extra 1,500 kronor per child, making a total fritidskortet allowance of 2,000 kronor. If you qualify for bostadsbidrag this year, you will qualify for the extra 1,500 kronor allowance next year.
The awarding body of the Fritidskortet is the municipality or local government authority responsible for its distribution. Paper forms for the fritidskort can be found on the Fritidskortet website. Additionally, the paper form can also be used by parents of children in households with a protected address.
It's worth noting that there is no specific rule about the type of digital ID required to access the Fritidskortet beyond BankID and Freja eID. The fritidskort allowance can be used for multiple activities, not just one.
In summary, the Fritidskortet is a fantastic opportunity for children in Sweden to engage in leisure and sport activities, with the financial support of the government. So, encourage your children to get involved and make the most of this wonderful scheme!
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