Looking for a job in Sweden?

In this collection you will find useful tips and tricks for your job hunt in Sweden.

Good advice when applying for jobs in Sweden

If you want to apply for jobs in Sweden, you can find vacant posts in vacancy banks, check company websites or send an unsolicited application. You can find more tips on how to find your dream job in Sweden here.

Work permit in Sweden

Citizens from non-Nordic countries who want to work in Sweden must be aware of the rules for work permits.

How to write a good application when applying for a job in Sweden

A good application consists of a personal letter and a CV. A good CV gives the reader a quick overview of your experience and skills. In the letter you describe why you are applying for the job and highlight some of the skills you have described in detail in your CV.

Apply for work in Sweden with a Danish unemployment fund

If you are unemployed and part of a Danish unemployment fund while looking for a job in Sweden, you can apply for a permit to take your Danish benefits with you for up to three months.

General rules for third country citizens living in Denmark

As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour that enables you to work in all these countries without a work permit, but there may nevertheless be ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.

Guide to Swedish and Danish authorities

A brief introduction to the authorities and websites that you might need to contact if you commute between Denmark and Sweden for work.

FAQ for third country citizens living in Denmark

As a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, you do not benefit from the free movement of labour. This means that if you live in Denmark, you do not automatically have the right to work in Sweden. But there are ways in which you can become a cross-border worker if you comply with certain conditions.

Commute to a job in Sweden

Do you live in Denmark and consider getting a job on the other side of Øresund? In this commuter guide you will learn about everything from the Swedish “coordination number” to SINK tax and which authority deals with social security.

Commuting to Sweden by car, ferry or train

It is quick to commute from Denmark to a job in Sweden by car, motorcycle, ferry or train. Below we give you a brief introduction to different options and some links, so you can determine the best way to commute to your job.

Danish border control when traveling from Sweden to Denmark

The Danish government have introduced temporary border controls between Sweden and Denmark.

Border control when entering Sweden

The Swedish police carry out border control when you travel from Denmark to Sweden. This means that you must show valid identification when entering Sweden. Read about the implications this has for commuters between Sweden and Denmark and the type of identification that is accepted.

Employment contracts and terms in Sweden

A Swedish employer must, within one month after the employee has commenced employment, inform in writing of the conditions that apply to the position.

Taking holidays in Sweden

In Sweden it is the individual employer who administers the employees’ holiday. In principle, all employees are entitled to 25 days holiday a year.

Authorisation to work in Sweden

In Sweden, certain professional titles are legally protected, requiring Danish individuals to obtain Swedish authorization in order to practice under these titles within the country.

Bank accounts and loans in Sweden

When you start working in Sweden, you must open a Swedish bank account so you can receive your Swedish salary.

Your child is sick – and you work in Sweden

If you work in Sweden and have a child under the age of 12, you are entitled to stay home from work and receive benefits from Försäkringskassan when your child is sick.

Salaries in Sweden

Your salary in Sweden depends on various factors. Typically, employers and employees negotiate and agree on the salary individually. If the employer follows a collective agreement, which is common in Sweden, certain rules may apply that they have to take into account.

Moving to Sweden

Are you considering moving to Sweden? Or have you already decided to move, but are unsure about the practical details? This article provides an overview of what you should keep in mind when moving to Sweden, regardless of where you are in the planning process.

Guide: Swedish coordination number

A Swedish coordination number is your access to public and private services. You need the coordination number to verify your identity if you are not registered in the Swedish Population Register.