Moving to a new country is always challenging. Some useful apps can go a long way towards helping your international recruits find their bearings in their new Swedish hometown. We’ve put together a list of 20 apps that our relocation clients find helpful. 1. SJ (Train journeys) Railway operator SJ’s app is for train journeys around Sweden and intercity trains. Good for planning journeys and storing tickets. 2. SL (Local public transport in Stockholm)  Major Swedish cities have their own local transportation apps. SL is the app you need in Stockholm,  Västtrafik in Gothenburg and S ..read more

Essential reading for anyone new to Swedish work culture and a great welcome present for recently arrived international colleagues. This practical, light and fun read covers all the important stuff you won’t find in your company’s official personnel handbook; from acceptable bragging and surviving office parties to the importance of consensus and trust in Swedish workplaces. Following the success of the launch of the original Working in Sweden Guide in 2018, we are delighted to release a new revised edition and a Swedish language version. 50 additional topics and updated material have been ad ..read more

It’s not surprising if you do. Finding accommodation in Stockholm and major Swedish cities has never been more challenging. Accommodation situation shocks international arrivals You may have mentioned to new hires that finding accommodation is difficult. However, very few are prepared for the shock of just how difficult it can be when they first arrive and try to compete in a highly competitive rental market without contacts, Swedish language skills or even a personal identity number. New record for waiting lists 2020 2020 is going to be yet another record year for waiting times. There are cur ..read more

Sweden has been making international headlines again, this time for its approach to managing the coronavirus pandemic. Global reaction has largely focused on consternation about the decision to abstain from lockdown and many of the stringent restrictions imposed in other countries. What’s going on in Sweden? “The Swedish experiment” has been both derided and followed with interest to see what the outcome of this strategy will be. International media coverage in recent days has led with claims that Sweden has started to see the error of its ways and will be changing its Coronavirus strategy in ..read more

We hope you are keeping well and remaining symptom-free in these worrying times. If you are currently in Sweden or considering moving here, you may be struggling to find answers to your questions concerning the development and treatment of the Coronavirus in this country. Top 3 websites We recommend the following websites as the best sources of information about the Coronavirus in Sweden, including government action, economic impact and where you can turn to for health care. 1.  The Local This online newspaper provides regularly updated news in English for internationals in Sweden. Articles r ..read more

Sweden ranks second out of 31 European countries for knowledge-intensive jobs and the city of Stockholm distinguishes itself even more impressively; Stockholm is ranked third out of 278 European regions, according to a new report commissioned by investment company Nordic Capital. Stockholm is the Nordic’s Silicon Valley Stockholm is the Nordic’s Silicon Valley, according to Nima Sanandaji, author of the report and MD of the think-tank European Centre for Entrepreneurship and Policy Reform. The report, published for the third consecutive year, shows that Sweden continues to be a leading Europea ..read more

As the days get shorter and darker, a visit to a Christmas market can be just the ticket to lift your mood and ease you into the festive spirit. Whether you are interested in traditional Swedish craft, sampling the delights of local produce or just want to soak up some Christmas atmosphere, this is the perfect place to spend an afternoon or evening. Your nearest Christmas market (or julmarknad, as it’s known in Swedish) usually offers activities for all the family and there’s always lots of warm glögg (a spiced, usually alcoholic drink, served warm) available to help keep out the cold. We’ve p ..read more

The darkest time of the year will soon be upon us. If you moved to Sweden recently, brace yourself – you’re probably in for a bit of a shock. My first fall and winter in Stockholm were difficult, even though I’m from Canada and everyone assumed that the weather back home must be fairly similar. It’s not – at least not in northern Manitoba, where I grew up. The winters of my childhood were full of clear blue skies and blinding sunshine reflected on the seemingly endless snowdrifts that dominated the landscape from November to March. Back home, people think it gets dark early in the winter, but ..read more

Are you moving to Sweden or currently renting here and considering buying property instead? Perhaps you are wondering if it might be cheaper to buy an apartment or house, given current low interest rates and sky-high Swedish rental prices. Or maybe you are just tired of the insecurity of renting a home? We help you work out if it is worth your while buying a property in Sweden It is often easier and quicker to buy a property than to rent in Sweden. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a good idea. It all depends on your particular circumstances. Uncertainty about the likely length of your st ..read more

What will 250 000 USD buy in Sweden? Thinking of moving to Sweden and considering buying a home? We’re starting a new series of articles to illustrate how far your budget will stretch in various different locations in Sweden. The first article shows what sort of house a modest budget of 250 000 USD (approx. 225 000 Euros) will get you. This converts to approximately 2 395 000 SEK (Swedish Crowns), based on exchange rates 08-08-2019. As with most countries, there’s a huge difference between city and countryside prices. It’s also worth noting that property prices advertised in Sweden are often ..read more