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VAT by profession
VAT without a company: Writer and journalist
For freelancers who invoice through WorkNode.
If you license the rights to a text, for example an article for publication, the rate is 6%. Writing for marketing is usually treated as a service at 25%.
VAT rate per service
| Service | VAT |
|---|---|
| Article or text where the rights are licensed | 6% |
| Copywriting and advertising copyAdvertising material is at 25% according to the Swedish Tax Agency. | 25% |
| Editing and proofreading services | 25% |
Source: Swedish Tax Agency: VAT rates and exemptions (in Swedish)