Contract and payment

• For individual renter: a valid photo ID (ID card, driving licence or passport).
• For business renter: evidence of link with the company (i.e.: business card) and a valid photo ID.

No, you do not have to pay a deposit when renting a storage unit at Shurgard.

No, there is no maximum rental period. You can rent a storage unit for as short or as long as it suits you.

If you wish to move out of your storage unit, just make sure to give us notice at least 15 days before the start of the following billing period.

The rights and obligations of the lessee and renter are included in Shurgard’s General Terms & Conditions.

Shurgard offers three convenient ways to pay:

• Direct debit or credit/debit card autopay: sign up in person at any Shurgard location and we will take care of the rest. We will automatically collect the payments for your monthly bills. Our secure and trusted partner for Direct Debit is GoCardless.
  Read more about GoCardless.
• Pay at any Shurgard location in Sweden: walk into any Shurgard facility and give the on-site manager your customer number and the location of the storage unit you rent. Then pay your bill using a credit or debit card.

The first payment for renting a storage unit can only be paid in advance using debit or credit card.

We accept debit (Visa Electron cards are in-store only) and credit cards (MasterCard and Visa). Unfortunately we are unable to accept American Express cards.

Yes, Shurgard charges a one-time administration fee of 200 kr.

You only need to pay this fee once. If you are a returning customer, you don’t have to pay the administration fee again.

• Lock: to properly secure the door to your storage unit, you will need a special lock. This ensures that you are the only one who has the key to your unit. You can purchase a new, sealed lock at any Shurgard location.
• Insurance: to protect yourself and your belongings, you will need insurance for your stored items. You can insure your belongings conveniently and at an affordable price through a customised insurance policy with Marsh, which has been created specifically for Shurgard customers.
  See how insurance protects your belongings in storage

VAT is only applicable for business customers, as individuals you don't have to pay VAT. The prices shown on our website are VAT exclusive.

Notice must be received by us at least 15 days before the start of the following billing period.

Your contract must be terminated in writing, please visit any Shurgard location to give notice. 

Please make sure we receive your written notice at least 15 days before the start of the following billing period. 

Your contract is completely flexible, so you can change to a smaller storage unit at any time - free of charge - to get a lower monthly rent.
You can contact your Shurgard location for further expert advice. 

Please make sure your unit is empty and swept clean. You also need to make sure that you have removed the lock.

If this is not the case, Shurgard retains the right to extend your rental contract.

It may be the case that we have deducted the rent for the coming period before you submitted your notice of cancellation.

No further action is required on your part; any excess charges will be deducted from the final bill or credited to you separately.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

You can inform us of a change in address by contacting the Shurgard location where you rent your unit.

If you have any other questions about your contract, renting your storage unit, cancelling your contract or any other administrative questions, then please contact us. We will be more than happy to help!