Join us
We insure what we care about, not because we want something to go wrong but to be prepared if something does. As a member of an unemployment insurance fund, you can feel safe if you become unemployed.
About Lärarnas a-kassa
Lärarnas a-kassa is not an unemployment insurance fund for everyone, it’s specifically for those working in education. We specialise in supporting teachers, which means we have the knowledge and experience to give our members the best possible help and guidance.
If you work as a teacher, guidance counsellor, principal, or in any other role within education, you are welcome to join Lärarnas a-kassa. You are also eligible if you are studying to become a teacher, are self-employed in the field of education, or if you are a church musician.
It’s easy to become a member
Become a member
Click here to fill out a membership application online. If you don´t have an e-identification, you are welcome to contact us and we will help you.
Switch to us
We can help you with the transfer so that the duration of membership from your former unemployment fund is accounted for when switching to us. Continue to pay you membership fee from your old a-kassa until the transfer is completed.
Only 150 kronor per month
Membership in Lärarnas a-kassa costs 150 SEK per month. The fee is the same for all members, regardless of income, student status, or parental leave. Our membership fee is low compared to other unemployment insurance funds in Sweden.
You are also entitled to a tax deduction on the fee, which effectively means you pay only 112.50 SEK per month.
Payment
You can pay the fee via direct debit (autogiro), e-invoice, or regular invoice. If you have chosen a regular invoice but have a digital mailbox, your invoice will be sent to you through Kivra.
New rules for unemployment insurance as of 1 October
On 1 October 2025, new rules for unemployment insurance will take effect. If you become unemployed after the summer, you may be affected by these changes, as they apply to everyone who receives a compensation decision after 1 October.
Some of the differences compared to the current system are that it will be easier to qualify for compensation, but the compensation periods may be shorter.
Become a member
Unemployment insurance is one of the most important protections you can have. Join Lärarnas a-kassa and secure your income for just 150 SEK per month.
About the compensation
Extra income insurance
If you are a member of a union, such as Sveriges Lärare or Sveriges Skolledare, you can receive additional monthly compensation. With the extra income insurance, you can receive up to 80 percent of your previous income, capped at 100,000 SEK per month.
We are here for you
- Monday: 9.00 – 15.00
- Tuesday: 9.00 – 15.00
- Wednesday: 9.00 – 15.00
- Thursday: 12.00 – 15.00
- Friday: 9.00 – 15.00
How we handle you personal data
At Lärarnas a-kassa, we prioritize the safety of your personal data. We typically handle your data as part of our public authority responsibilities, such as when sending your compensation. If you are not a member, we may still process your data when you contact us.
