Move here
With Stockholm Arlanda Airport less than 20 minutes away from Uppsala City, you’ll always be conveniently connected here. Explore our tips for making your move as smooth as possible. Check out our check list below, learn what documents, visas and permits you might need, how the Swedish tax system and social insurance works.
Preparing your documents
Know what passports, permits and visas you’ll need to make your move to Sweden.
Visas and work permits
Registering with the Tax Agency
Swedish taxes
Uppsala is an easy destination, what ever way you chose to travel.
Getting to Uppsala
Moving your belongings
If your stay in Sweden is longer than 365 days, you are usually entitled to certain residence-based benefits. Here’s how they work.
Social insurance
Check list
Use our essential to-do list and make your move to Sweden and Uppsala extra smooth.
Meet our internationals
“When we got to experience the tranquility and the beautiful environment in Uppsala, we were absolutely convinced that this was the place where we would live.” Antoine Boussaert
More voices from UppsalaDid you know...
… Uppsala is home to the world-class Linnaeus Garden and the Botanical Garden.
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!