Live in Uppsala
Even though Uppsala is part one of the fastest-growing regions in Europe, you’ll never be more than a short bike ride from those restorative Swedish green spaces. To help you get to know your new home, we guide you in how to find a housing, school and childcare, how to open a bank account, where you can learn Swedish or just hang out with your new neighbours.
If you are new to Uppsala or have recently arrived, this program is for you! Throughout February and March, we offer a series of events to help newcomers learn more about life in Sweden, meet new people, and explore employment opportunities.
Welcome Program
Finding your new home
Finding your new home
Opening a bank account
Opening a bank account
Socialising and networking
Socialising and networking
Learning Swedish
Driving licence
Staying healthy
Staying healthy
Explore Uppsala
Explore Uppsala
Childcare and schools
Childcare and schools
Did you know...
… Uppsala University boasts 15 Nobel laureates in its alumni.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Note: Ask the Hub is held on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Need some advice about moving to or living in Uppsala? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. In this session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.
Warm welcome!
Expat Coffee Morning
Time: 9:00 -10:00
Location: Confirmed via email
Are you an expat living in Uppsala? Do you want to get to know some more people?
Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together local Swedes from Uppsala and the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, and eat buns - not a bad way to spend your morning!
This time we will start with a group discussion around culture and then break off to meet new people.
We hope to see you there!
International Career Day 2025
Date: 9 April, 25
Time: 13:00-16:00
Location: Online via Zoom
Are you an international Master’s or PhD student in Sweden looking to kick-start your professional career? Or a company seeking talented international graduates to join your team?
Join us for International Career Day, a national event designed to connect top talent with leading companies in Sweden while offering valuable insights on career development for international students.
🎤 Program Highlights:
🌟 Success Stories – Learn from students who built careers in Sweden
📝 HR Experts’ Advice – How to stand out in the job market
📊 Labour Market Trends – Key insights on talent attraction & hiring needs
🤝 Matchmaking – Exclusive Meet & Greet for successfully matched students & companies
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and discover new possibilities!
Warm welcome!
Meet our internationals
“I’ve heard that the swedes are one of the happiest people in the world. I don’t know If that’s true, but I know I’m so happy living here!” Aayushi Shukla
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