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...
… from Uppsala City you’re less than 20 minutes away from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. And from there, it’s just 20 minutes more to Stockholm.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Guided tour of the Cathedral
Time: 12:30
Location: Uppsala Cathedral
Celebrate the holiday season with a guided tour of the largest cathedral in the Nordic region. Discover Uppsala Cathedral’s history and architecture while a guide shares stories and answers your questions. Tours are free of charge!
See the schedule below:
- Friday 26 December at 12:30: tour in Swedish and English
- Sunday 28 December at 12:30: tour in Swedish and English
- Thursday 1 January at 12:30: tour in Swedish and English
- Sunday 4 January at 12:30: tour in Swedish and English
- Tuesday 6 January at 12:30: tour in Swedish
Warm welcome!
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00-17:00
Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)
Admission: Free (Booking required)
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!
Jobbsprånget Programme Q&A session
Time: 14-15
Location: Online
Jobbsprånget opens the door to the labor market and helps employers find the right talent. Since 2016, they have matched over 6,000 foreign-born academics with more than 700 employers – the majority move on to employment afterward. Learn more about the programme on their webpage: https://jobbspranget.se/
As the application deadline approaches, they are hosting digital Q&A session about their internship programme. They will provide an overview of the process, answer your questions, and offer useful tips to help you complete your application in time.
This programme is highly recommended for all international jobseekers!
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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