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If you’re moving to Sweden, here are some practical matters we’d recommend that you take care of as soon as possible to make for a smooth trip.

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Guide for international staff

Read our guide for international staff to prepare for your move.

Örebro Castle at night.

Arrival checklist

Make sure not to miss these practical steps after arriving in Sweden.

Don’t miss:

  • Depending on what country you’re travelling from and whether it’s a member of the EU or not, different rules apply for a visa, residence permits, and work permits. Contact This is an email address to get assistance.
  • If you’re staying here for more than a year, visit Skatteverket (The Tax Agency) to be registered in the Swedish population register upon arrival. Once you’re registered, you’ll receive a Swedish personal identity number. More information on the Swedish Tax Agency website.
  • Contact Försäkringskassan (The Social Insurance Agency) upon arrival to register for social insurance in Sweden. If you’re insured in Sweden, you may be eligible for different benefits. More information about social insurance is found on the Social Insurance Agency website

Short films about Sweden

If you’re moving to Sweden and would like to learn more about the tax system and the social security system, watch these short films produced by Arbetsförmedlingen, the Swedish Public Employment Service.

Taxes in Sweden
Social Security in Sweden

Tax Agency films and web seminars

Watch the New to Sweden films and learn more about what family members, if applicable, and documents you need to bring when registering with the population register, how you apply for an ID card and other useful information about population registration.

Skatteverket: “New in Sweden – the population register and basic tax information” an online seminar designed for you who are planning to move to Sweden to study or work at a Swedish university. Find all planned dates here. 

Need help relocating to Örebro?

The Relocation Office at Örebro University can assist you with practical matters related to moving to Örebro.

If you have questions, please contact This is an email address