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New in Sweden?
Just arrived? Here we guide you through your first steps in Sweden.
Learn Swedish
Loads of information about your different Swedish learning options.
Work in Sweden
Learn about your rights & duties and what you can do to find a job.
Housing in Sweden
How do you find a place to stay? And how do you improve your chances?
Health in Sweden
Here you find information on all your different medical options.
Driving in Sweden
Most driving licenses are valid in Sweden – at least for a limited period of time.
Start a business in Sweden
How to register, open and grow your own business in Sweden.
Make friends in Sweden
Here you find organisations that will ease our way into Swedish society & language.
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Seeking asylum in Sweden? Here you find information about your rights and obligations.
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The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Winter in Sweden
Winter in Sweden can be a challenge for any newbie (or oldie) to navigate. If you come from another part of the world where there is more sunlight and warmer temperatures during winter, the differences in Sweden may feel too … Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Winter in Sweden
Mental health care for newbies in Sweden
Your mental health care is more important than ever when you move to a new country. Many of us are (or have been) newbies and have therefore experienced how moving to another country involves a lot of feelings and challenges, … Read more about Mental health care for newbies in Sweden
The Ultimate Guide to Preschool in Sweden
Moving away from home brings a lot of questions to the fore. Once you bring a child into the mix, those questions may change. If education is important to you and your family, you may be wondering how to choose the right … Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Preschool in Sweden
The Ultimate Guide to Parental Leave in Sweden
In this guide to parental leave in Sweden, we will walk you through what you need to know. Parent leave, maternity, and paternity leave in Sweden can be confusing. What are my rights? What is essential to know for parent … Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Parental Leave in Sweden
Navigate Through Sweden by Emma Olsson
Emma Olsson is a well-known authority in online gaming and offers insightful advice on navigating the intricate realm of online casinos. Her dedication to encouraging responsible gaming and offering frank, understandable … Read more about Navigate Through Sweden by Emma Olsson
Red days and squeeze days in Sweden
Red days and squeeze days - or röda dagar och klämdagar - as they are called in Swedish are terms you most definitely will meet as soon as you start working in Sweden OR if you have kids in daycare or school. And trust me, it … Read more about Red days and squeeze days in Sweden
