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Moving Guide

The Steps to Moving

Here, you can use simple checklists to learn more about how to move in with us.

The moving guide contains information on what you need to consider if you are moving within Sweden, from an EU/EEA country, or from a country outside the EU/EEA.

Before Moving

  1. Book moving help:Hire a moving company or ask friends and family for help.
  2. Change of Address Notification:File a change of address notification with the Swedish Tax Agency to update your address in the population register
  3. Change of Address:Notify us of your new address so we can forward your mail
  4. Terminate and sign new agreements:
    1. Electricity Contract
    2. Broadband Subscription
    3. Home Insurance
    4. Water and Sewer
    5. Trash Collection
  5. Packaging:
    1. Buy moving boxes and packing supplies
    2. Start packing well in advance and label the boxes clearly
    3. Get rid of things you don't need and donate or sell them

During the move

  1. Moving Day:
    1. Make sure you haven't left anything behind at your old place
    2. Turn off the lights, lock the door, and close the windows
    3. Make sure the electricity, heat, water, and phone are working in your new home

After the move

  1. Move-out Cleaning:Clean your old home yourself or hire a cleaning company
  2. Clean Your New Home:After a move, things can get messy quickly.
  3. Check that everything is working:Make sure all contracts and subscriptions are activated and functioning properly.

Integration into Society

  1. Get to know the area
    1. Explore your new city or town
    2. Visit local attractions, parks, and libraries
  2. Social Activities
    1. Join local organizations or clubs
    2. Take part in events and activities to meet new people
  3. Find a Job
    1. Use job sites such as Jobbsafari, LedigaJobb, and Arbetsförmedlingen.
    2. Create a profile on LinkedIn and network with professionals in your area.
    3. Update your resume and write a cover letter tailored to Swedish employers. Don’t forget to tailor your resume for each job application—employers want to hear why you want to work for them and feel that you’ve tailored your resume to the position they’ve posted.
    4. Contact staffing and recruitment agencies for help finding a job.
  4. Find a place to stay
    1. Explore different housing options, such as rental apartments, condominiums, and single-family homes.
    2. Use real estate websites such as Hemnet and Blocket Bostad to find available housing.
    3. Contact landlords and housing companies in the area
  5. Recreational Activities
    1. Join local sports clubs, gyms, or other organizations.
    2. Explore nearby hiking trails and nature reserves.
    3. Visit museums, theaters, and concerts.
    4. Take part in local festivals and markets.

Don’t forget that the municipality’s newcomer advisor has a broad understanding and knowledge of the moving process, the job market, the housing market, and recreational opportunities. So don’t hesitate to reach out, whether it’s before, during, or after your move!

Before Moving

  1. Book moving help:Hire a moving company or ask friends and family for help.
  2. Population Register:Notify the Swedish Tax Agency of your move to Sweden and your new address, and visit a service office for identity verification; once you are registered in the Population Register, you will receive a personal identification number. In some cases, you may be issued a coordination number so that you can sign contracts and open a bank account before moving.
  3. Sign new contracts:
    1. Electricity Contract
    2. Broadband Subscription
    3. Home Insurance
    4. Water and Sewer
    5. Trash Collection
    6. Bank Account
    7. Cell Phone Plans
  4. Packaging:
    1. Buy moving boxes and packing supplies.
    2. Start packing well in advance and label the boxes clearly.
    3. Get rid of things you don't need, and donate or sell them.

During the move

  1. Moving Day:
    1. Make sure you haven't left anything behind at your old place.
    2. Turn off the lights, lock the door, and close the windows.
    3. Make sure the electricity, heat, water, and phone are working in your new home.
  2. Move-out Cleaning:Clean your old home yourself or hire a cleaning company.

After the move

  1. Check that everything is working:Make sure all contracts and subscriptions are activated and functioning properly.
  2. Social Insurance:Submit information to the Swedish Social Insurance Agency to become insured in Sweden. If you have children, submit information to be eligible for child allowance and child care allowance.
  3. After five years, you can apply for permanent residency.

Integration into Society

  1. Get to know the area
    1. Explore your new city or town.
    2. Visit local attractions, parks, and libraries.
  2. Social Activities
    1. Join local organizations or clubs.
    2. Take part in events and activities to meet new people.
  3. Language Courses
    1. If you are not fluent in Swedish, consider taking language courses to improve your language skills.
  4. Find a Job
    1. Use job sites such as Jobbsafari, LedigaJobb, and Arbetsförmedlingen.
    2. Create a profile on LinkedIn and network with professionals in your area.
    3. Update your resume and write a cover letter tailored to Swedish employers. Don’t forget to tailor your resume for each job application—employers want to hear why you want to work for them and feel that you’ve tailored your resume to the position they’ve posted.
    4. Contact staffing and recruitment agencies for help finding a job.
  5. Find a place to stay
    1. Explore different housing options, such as rental apartments, condominiums, and single-family homes.
    2. Use real estate websites such as Hemnet and Blocket Bostad to find available housing.
    3. Contact landlords and housing companies in the area.
  6. Recreational Activities
    1. Join local sports clubs, gyms, or other organizations.
    2. Explore nearby hiking trails and nature reserves.
    3. Visit museums, theaters, and concerts.
    4. Take part in local festivals and markets.

Don’t forget that the municipality’s newcomer advisor has a broad understanding and knowledge of the moving process, the job market, the housing market, and recreational opportunities. So don’t hesitate to reach out, whether it’s before, during, or after your move!

Before Moving

  1. Residence Permit:Apply for a residence permit with the Swedish Migration Agency.
  2. Book moving help:Hire a moving company or ask friends and family for help.
  3. Population Register:Notify the Swedish Tax Agency of your move to Sweden and your new address, and visit a service office for identity verification; once you are registered in the Population Register, you will receive a personal identification number. In some cases, you may be issued a coordination number so that you can sign contracts and open a bank account before moving.
  4. Sign new contracts:
    1. Electricity Contract
    2. Broadband Subscription
    3. Home Insurance
    4. Water and Sewer
    5. Trash Collection
    6. Bank Account
    7. Cell Phone Plans
  5. Packaging:
    1. Buy moving boxes and packing supplies.
    2. Start packing well in advance and label the boxes clearly.
    3. Get rid of things you don't need, and donate or sell them.
    4. Duty-Free Personal Belongings: Applyfor duty-free status for your personal belongings if you meet the requirements.

During the move

  1. Moving Day:
    1. Make sure you haven't left anything behind at your old place.
    2. Turn off the lights, lock the door, and close the windows.
    3. Make sure the electricity, heat, water, and phone are working in your new home.
  2. Move-out Cleaning:Clean your old home yourself or hire a cleaning company.

After the move

  1. Check that everything is working:Make sure all contracts and subscriptions are activated and functioning properly.
  2. Social Insurance:Submit information to the Swedish Social Insurance Agency to become insured in Sweden. If you have children, submit information to be eligible for child allowance and child care allowance.
  3. After five years, you can apply for permanent residency.

Integration into Society

  1. Get to know the area
    1. Explore your new city or town.
    2. Visit local attractions, parks, and libraries.
  2. Social Activities
    1. Join local organizations or clubs.
    2. Take part in events and activities to meet new people.
  3. Language Courses
    1. If you are not fluent in Swedish, consider taking language courses to improve your language skills.
  4. Find a Job
    1. Use job sites such as Jobbsafari, LedigaJobb, and Arbetsförmedlingen.
    2. Create a profile on LinkedIn and network with professionals in your area.
    3. Update your resume and write a cover letter tailored to Swedish employers. Don’t forget to tailor your resume for each job application—employers want to hear why you want to work for them and feel that you’ve tailored your resume to the position they’ve posted.
    4. Contact staffing and recruitment agencies for help finding a job.
  5. Find a place to stay
    1. Explore different housing options, such as rental apartments, condominiums, and single-family homes.
    2. Use real estate websites such as Hemnet and Blocket Bostad to find available housing.
    3. Contact landlords and housing companies in the area.
  6. Recreational Activities
    1. Join local sports clubs, gyms, or other organizations.
    2. Explore nearby hiking trails and nature reserves.
    3. Visit museums, theaters, and concerts.
    4. Take part in local festivals and markets.

Don’t forget that the municipality’s newcomer advisor has a broad understanding and knowledge of the moving process, the job market, the housing market, and recreational opportunities. So don’t hesitate to reach out, whether it’s before, during, or after your move!

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