What to expect when moving to Sweden

Last activity 28 August 2017 by dgbg2017

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PriscillaViP23 August 2017 09:53:50

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Hello everyone,

Is there anything you wish you had known before moving to Sweden? For example, transportation, internet speeds, types of housing, aspects of the culture or social life.

In your opinion, what's the most important thing to know about Sweden?

When would you recommend someone should begin planning their move to Sweden?

What were the most helpful ways you found to get organised? For example, did you use a checklist, were there any particularly useful websites or apps?

What advice would you give to future expats preparing to move to Sweden?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

dgbg2017Member28 August 2017 19:27:11

Hi Priscilla,

Before moving to Sweden I wish I knew that it is very hard to find an apartment and also that my salary will not be so much different comparing to the troubles for relocation and the expenses.
But after all it is fun, it is something new and it is an adventure for me.
I am glad that only after two weeks in Sweden I was promoted from software developer to Software Project Manager, which is amazing.
It truly shows that in Sweden people are equal and it doesn't matter where you come from, the only thing that matters are personal skills, experience and the motivation to adapt to the new environment.

Greetings,

Daniel

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