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Sweden: guide to moving and studying

Verified procedures for EU and non-EU students

Updated on 15 Aug 2026

Cost of living
High

Typical spending band for a student

Language
Swedish / English

Main language to handle day to day

Currency
SEK

Local currency for banking and payments

Entry
EU: no visa

Non-EU: student visa or permit required. EU: local registration only

The 6 guides

Everything about Sweden, in 6 guides

One guide for each concrete need, from visas to housing: start with the one you need now.

Start here

What to do first for Sweden

Resolve the decisions that can block your move before comparing cities or reading every detail.

Check entry, visa, and document rules Start with eligibility, deadlines, and official procedures for your situation. Check the lease and upfront housing costs Understand deposits, guarantees, contracts, and student housing before paying. Arrange healthcare before arrival Confirm insurance, enrollment rules, and where to get help once you arrive.

Your checklist

Before departure and after arrival in Sweden

Use this as an order of work, then open the linked guide before acting on a legal or financial requirement.

  1. Confirm entry rights, deadlines, and required documents.
  2. Verify housing, contract terms, deposit, and first payment.
  3. Build a monthly budget including one-off arrival costs.
  4. Arrange valid health coverage from your first day.
  5. Plan phone, banking, transport, and the first local registrations.

Plan your money

Sweden: cost of living, rent, and monthly budget

Start with housing, food, transport, healthcare, and setup costs. Treat estimates as planning ranges and verify local prices before committing.

Open the cost and money guide Use the free cost-of-living calculator

Cities and neighborhoods

Where to live in Sweden: student cities and costs

Neighborhoods, rent, universities, transport and safety: everything you need to choose where to move.

Stoccolma
  • from 5,800 SEKroom/month
  • 3universities

Capital and largest university and professional market in Sweden. The public network is strong, but residential queues and insular geography make it essential to choose the direct connection, not the distance as the crow flies.

Open city guideGöteborg
  • from 5,700 SEKroom/month
  • 2universities

Large port and university city with Chalmers, University of Gothenburg and advanced industry. The tram network is extensive; rain, wind and times on the radial lines must be included in the choice of house.

Open city guideMalmö
  • from 5,700 SEKroom/month
  • 2universities

Compact city, international and connected to Lund and Copenhagen. Malmö University, Öresundståg and bikes favor students, but neighbourhood, connection and cross-border tax implications must be carefully assessed.

Open city guide

Local context

Sweden: what really changes

Use the destination-specific notes to understand trade-offs, common mistakes, and local differences.

Verification

Official sources and last update

Legal and administrative details are kept in the relevant guide so they are not copied out of context.

Where to verify the information

Each topic guide links to the competent official authorities. Always check the rule that applies to your citizenship, residence, purpose, and length of stay.

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