Report absence to take care of a child (VAB)
When you are taking part in a programme, it is important that you let us know if you are temporarily taking care of a sick child (VAB). If we do not know why you are absent, you risk receiving a warning or losing your benefit.
Who must notify absence to take care of a child (VAB)?
Tell us if you are taking part in a programme and cannot take part in your scheduled activities because you are at home to take care of a child who has fallen ill.
When must you report absence to take care of a child (VAB)?
Notify us on the very first day that you are at home to take care of a sick child. Otherwise you risk receiving a warning or losing your benefit.
If you are taking part in a course, work experience placement, Swedish for Immigrants (sfi), or some other activity, you also have to notify them of your absence.
How do I report absence to take care of a child (VAB)?
You report your absence on our website.
When you apply for benefit from Försäkringskassan you must fill in that you have been absent to take care of a sick child.
What benefit do I receive when I take care of a sick child (VAB)?
You receive benefit for the days you take care of a sick child. You thus continue to receive payment in the form of activity support, development allowance or introduction benefit for these days.