Looking for a job in Sweden?

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

Find jobs in Sweden – tips for your job search

Looking for a job in Sweden? Here you’ll find practical tips on where to search for vacancies, how to use Swedish job portals and networks, and what you should know before applying for jobs across Øresund.

Work permits in Sweden

Are you a citizen of a non-Nordic country and planning to work in Sweden? Here you can learn when you need a work permit, how to apply and what rules apply if you live in Denmark and work in Sweden.

Look for work in Sweden with Danish unemployment benefits

Are you receiving Danish unemployment benefits and looking for work in Sweden? Here you can learn how to bring your benefits to Sweden for up to three months, what a PD U2 certificate is and what requirements apply at Arbetsförmedlingen.

How to write an application for a job in Sweden

Applying for a job in Sweden? Here you can find practical tips on writing a CV and cover letter, understanding Swedish job advertisements and tailoring your application to Swedish employers.

Guide to Danish and Swedish authorities

Here you can find an overview of Danish and Swedish authorities, public services and websites relevant for cross-border commuters working across the Øresund.

General rules for third-country citizens living in Denmark

If you are a third-country citizen living in Denmark, special rules apply if you want to work in Sweden as a cross-border commuter. Here you can learn more about work permits and residence permits.

FAQ for third-country citizens living in Denmark

Are you a third-country citizen living in Denmark and considering work in Sweden? Here you can find answers to common questions about work permits, residence permits and cross-border commuting.

Authorisation to work in Sweden

Planning to work in Sweden in a regulated profession? Here you can find out whether you need Swedish authorisation, how to apply, and which documents you need to submit. Relevant for professionals working in healthcare, teaching, electrical trades and veterinary professions.

Bank accounts and loans in Sweden

If you work in Sweden, you usually need a Swedish bank account to receive your salary and access digital banking services. Here you can learn how to open a bank account, get electronic identification and apply for loans in Sweden.

Sick child benefits when you work in Sweden

If you work in Sweden and have a child under 12, you may be entitled to temporary parental benefits when you need to stay home with your sick child. Learn how VAB works, when you can receive compensation and how to apply.

Salaries in Sweden

If you work in Sweden, your salary may include pension contributions and other benefits in addition to your monthly pay. Here you can learn how salaries are negotiated and what collective agreements may mean for your total compensation.

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.

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.

Cross-Border Career: How Lara Built a Life in Denmark While Working in Sweden

When Lara, an American citizen living in Denmark, found the perfect job opportunity in Sweden, she wasn’t looking to move countries. She and her Swedish husband had recently settled into a new home in Denmark, where they both felt culturally at ease. “Denmark is our home,” she says. “We both feel a good cultural match.”