Swedish meatballs, or köttbullar, must be prepared, above all, with love. This is why homemade meatballs are a widespread concept in Sweden, and there are many different favourite recipes – with and ...

The drinks of glögg and schnapps tend to appear on the table at certain Swedish celebrations. Glögg is a spiced, sugared and simmered (or ‘mulled’) red wine. People drink it almost exclusively during ...

Renewable energy could be power generated from water, wind or the sun, or any other source that is replenished through a natural process. The share of renewable energy used in Sweden keeps growing.

To some, Easter in Sweden is closely associated with its religious origin, with churches across the country welcoming people to observe Easter over several days. The Church of Sweden considers Easter ...

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Trust, collaboration and an informal tone shape Swedish working life. This approach creates space for creativity, problem-solving and long-term development. Trust and autonomy – employers expect ...

The Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) handles your tax matters, including your tax form, tax decisions and the annual tax return. State service centres can also help you with tax matters in person if ...

Having a bank account early makes it easier to receive your first salary. It also enables you to get BankID, the digital identification used in Sweden for many everyday services, such as paying bills, ...

With English alone, you will manage well in Sweden. At the same time, learning some Swedish can make everyday situations easier, whether you are ordering a coffee, reading signs or joining small talk ...

Being registered means that you are registered as living in Sweden, ensuring that public authorities, healthcare providers and employers have the information they need. Who you will be in contact with ...

Finding a home in Sweden can look a little different depending on where you plan to live. Wherever you settle, green spaces, forests and water are never far in Sweden – even in the larger cities.

You can use different types of identification depending on the situation. Some are primarily used in person, while others are mainly used for digital services. The sections below explain how each type ...