How do I move to Sweden and get a job?
Moving to Sweden in 10 steps
- Get a residence permit. This is almost always step one.
- Register with the Tax Agency.
- Find a home.
- Get an ID card.
- Open a bank account.
- Find a job or start a business.
- Arrange daycare or school.
- Learn Swedish.
Is Sweden good for job opportunities?
Sweden is the global leader in terms of having a healthy job market, and it offers a high standard of living and strong workers’ rights for both citizens and foreign nationals alike. For international students, remaining in the country after graduation is the most common way to secure a job.
Can anyone move to Sweden?
An American who plans to move to Sweden needs to obtain a residence permit to be able to stay for more than 90 days. The application form must be submitted to a Swedish Consulate in the USA except for the consulates in Boston, Philadelphia and the Swedish Consulate General in New York.
Where can I find a job in Sweden?
Top 7 Job Boards in Sweden
- 1.1. CareerBuilder.
- 1.2. Blocket.
- 1.3. Jobbland.
- 1.4. Nyteknik.
- 1.5. Netjobs.
- 1.6. Indeed.
- 1.7. Jobisland.
- 1.8. These are the top 7 job boards in Sweden.
Why should I move to Sweden?
Sweden is a wonderful place to live with its kind people, excellent public services and corporate culture that encourages people to have a good work-life balance. It is no surprise that many people decide to move to Scandinavia’s largest country to enjoy all of the things that Sweden has to offer.
Can I move to Sweden without a job?
EU/EEA residents have a right to residence in Sweden and do not need permission to live and work in the country. Likewise, EU/EEA residents can also move to Sweden without a job and spend a few months job searching. For non-EU/EEA residents moving to Sweden, the main visa requirement is to have a job offer before entering the country.
Can EU/EEA citizens work in Sweden?
EU/EEA nationals can move to Sweden as an unemployed person and search for a job within the country. Non-EU/EEA citizens would do best to secure a job from outside the country, especially given that a work permit can only be issued to them from outside Sweden. No matter your nationality, working in Sweden is ideal for many expats.
How can I meet other expats working in Sweden?
Joining the expat networking group InterNations is one of the best ways to meet other foreigners working in Sweden. Some studies in Sweden have suggested that applicants with non-Swedish names (i.e. names that are clearly foreign) are not as likely to be passed up as those with Swedish names.
Do Swedes like to mind their own business?
Swedes like to mind their own business. In a way I like this way of living, because I like living in my own bubble. I do miss an occasional complaining session or honest talk with a Slovenian friend, though. That’s when I call my mom or sister and let it all out! Are Swedes friendly? Yes, very friendly.