Get help
You do not need to decide whether what is happening legally counts as human trafficking before asking for help.
If it is urgent
For a non-emergency police report, call 114 14 or visit a police station. Police should also provide information about available support when a report is made.
Go directly to a support service
These links take you directly to organisations that provide support. You do not need to know for certain whether your experience legally counts as human trafficking before contacting them.
National Support Programme
For potential victims of trafficking and exploitation. The programme can help provide protection and support even without participation in criminal proceedings.
Safe Havens
A specialist rights centre combining free legal advice with social support for people potentially subjected to all forms of trafficking.
Victim Support Sweden
Free support for victims of crime, witnesses and relatives. You can remain anonymous and do not need to have reported the crime.
Kvinnofridslinjen
Anonymous, free support for people subjected to threats or physical, psychological or sexual violence. The phone line is open 24 hours a day.
Bris
Children and young people under 18 can call or text a counsellor anonymously and free of charge, 24 hours a day.
Swedish Police
If you are being trafficked or suspect someone else is, you can contact the police. For a crime in progress or immediate danger: call 112.
You can ask for support even if you are unsure
You can start with Victim Support Sweden on 116 006 if you want to talk to someone without first reporting a crime. For trafficking-specific support, contact the National Support Programme or Safe Havens. Municipal social services or the emergency social service can also help when immediate protection or support is needed.
If you are under 18, you can contact Bris on 116 111 by phone or text.
Think about your safety
If the person controlling you can see your phone or browser history, using another device may be safer. The “Leave site” button opens a neutral page quickly, but it does not automatically erase browser history.
Do not confront someone you believe may be violent or connected to a criminal network. Seek professional support instead.
If you are worried about your right to stay in Sweden
Threats about residence status or asylum can be used as a form of control. Swedish social services may, in some suspected trafficking or exploitation cases, apply for a temporary residence permit for a reflection period. Seek advice from social services, a lawyer or the relevant authority about your individual situation.
Sources
- Swedish Police: Human trafficking
- NSPM / Swedish Gender Equality Agency
- Victim Support Sweden
- Bris
- Civil Society Platform – Get help
- Safe Havens
- Kvinnofridslinjen
Support routes and phone numbers checked 20 August 2026