Living in Sweden: the ultimate expat guide
Everything you need to know for a successful life in Sweden.
One of the world's richest countries, Sweden is a top destination for expatriation. It is known for providing the best living standards to its inhabitants thanks to its high per capita income.
Its export oriented economy is rather promising for expats in terms of career prospects. By moving to Sweden, you will discover breathtaking landscapes, interspersed with virgin forets, frozen lands and Viking traditions.
Formalities and visas in Sweden
General visa requirements for Sweden
If you are planning to move to Sweden, you should know beforehand whether or not you will need a ...
Permanent residency and citizenship in Sweden
Staying in Sweden for more than 90 days can be simple or more complicated, depending on your ...
The Working Holiday Visa for Sweden
If you have always dreamed of visiting Sweden, the working holiday visa might just be the ...
Working in Sweden
Finding work in Sweden
Sweden is an extremely popular market for expats, famous for great working conditions, gender ...
Setting up a business in Sweden
Every year, Sweden attracts thousands of expats looking for new ventures. If you are one of them, ...
Internships in Sweden
Sweden is very welcoming towards young students and trainees. By moving here, you will have the ...
Finance and banks in Sweden
Health care in Sweden
Health care in Sweden
Wondering about the health care services available for expats in Sweden? Find the answers to your queries in this article.
Education and schools in Sweden
Key facts for international students in Sweden
Looking forward to study in Sweden? What are the related formalities? Find out in this article.
Accommodation in Sweden
Accommodation in Sweden
If you are looking for accommodation in Sweden, here are some tips to guide you.
Buying property in Sweden
With most of Sweden's major cities facing a housing shortage, it will very often prove easier ...
Accommodation in Örebro
Finding accommodation in Örebro is going to be relatively easier than in other Swedish cities. ...
Planning your move to Sweden
Leisure in Sweden
Everyday life in Sweden
Travelling around Sweden
Like most European countries, Sweden has a thoroughly developed transportation network. Even if you move into a somewhat rural area, you will have no ...
Useful contacts in Sweden
Find, in this article, a list of useful contacts which may be of use once you have settled in ...
Phones and Internet in Sweden
Obtaining a phone and Internet connection is a must nowadays. Here is how to proceed in Sweden.
News & testimonies
Why Sweden is reviewing its immigration policy
According to Swedish Migration Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard, this move aims to "reduce the risk of painful tragedies for migrants". Underlying this measure is, in fact, the political pressure exerted by the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD) party. The SD intends to take advantage of Sweden's presidency of the European Union to steer migration policy.
Life of an expat mom with an autistic child in Sweden
Steffy comes from Naples. She left Italy in 2016 to settle in Sweden with her children. An avid blogger, Steffy is also the founder of a non-profit organisation that takes care of children with special needs. She talks to Expat.com about her everyday life and challenges as an expat mom of an autistic child.
Learning the language of your host country: A few tips
Thibauld, who lives and works in Stockholm, has written a guide to help expats learn the language of their host country. He tells Expat.com about what he has learnt and gives us a few tips.
Claire in Sweden: "Stockholm is a fantastic place to live"
Claire comes from a family of serial expats. Born in Scotland, she grew up in France, the US and England. Fascinated by Sweden, she settled in Stockholm indefinitely...for now!
