Authorization to Use Plant Protection Products Class 1 and 2
To use plant protection products class 1 and 2 in Sweden, an authorization is required. This applies to outdoor use, seed treatment, or in and around greenhouses. Persons over 18 who have completed approved basic training (4 days) can apply for authorization from the County Administrative Board or the Swedish Board of Agriculture.
The authorization is valid for five years and renewed through continuing education (1 day). Individuals with qualifications from EU/EEA or Switzerland can apply for recognition from the Swedish Board of Agriculture.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Sweden: Over 18 years, approved basic training (4 days) with passed knowledge test. Application to County Administrative Board or Swedish Board of Agriculture depending on area of use.
- Validity period: Five years. Renewed through continuing education (1 day) with passed knowledge test.
- EU/EEA/Switzerland - temporary practice: Right to temporarily apply plant protection products in Sweden if legally established in home country or at least one year's experience in the last ten years.
- EU/EEA/Switzerland - establishment: Requires recognition of professional qualifications from the Swedish Board of Agriculture. Application via e-service with competence certificate and work certificate.
- Outside EU/EEA/Switzerland: Must normally complete Swedish basic training.
Application and Registration
- Application from EU/EEA/Switzerland: Via the Swedish Board of Agriculture's e-service with competence certificate from home country and certificate of at least 1 year full-time work or part-time during the last 10 years.
- Processing time: Three months from complete application.
- Registration: The Swedish Board of Agriculture registers all user authorizations.
- Supervision: Municipalities are responsible for supervision of plant protection product use.