Start a business – in an ecosystem that drives ideas forward
By starting a business in Stockholm, you enter one of Europe’s most dynamic ecosystems. Here, you will find advisory services, networks, and support to help you develop your idea, get started correctly, and find paths forward – from the first step to your first customers.
Stockholm supports its entrepreneurs
Stockholm is a city where thoughts can be realised – whether you have just formulated your first business idea or have already registered your company. Here is one of Europe’s most dynamic environments for new companies, with advisors, networks, innovation environments, and public actors working together to make it easier to get started.
As a new entrepreneur, you should be able to quickly orient yourself, find the right contact paths, and receive support in making confident decisions. Therefore, we gather the most important things you need to take the next step – in a city where entrepreneurship is seen as a driving force for both growth and societal development.
Photo: Ola Ericson, StocksholmsfotoHelp at the start
Photo: Fond & FondPremises and environments for your operations
Events for those about to start
Sting Open House
The Digital Futures Resilience Workshop
Mind the Gap: What I wish I’d known before raising
EPICOH 2026
Codifying Complexity: The Rolling-out of Artificial Intelligence and the Governance of Discretionary Planning
Who owns companies – a unique study on women’s and men’s entrepreneurship
Need business support?
Do you have questions about starting, running or growing a business in Stockholm? We’re here to help.
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If your question concerns permits such as building permits, alcohol licences, land use permits or other municipal matters, the City of Stockholm can assist you through Stockholm Business Service