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 has been attracting international academic talent since 1477.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
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!
Afternoon Fika
Time: 15:00-16:00
Location: Confirmed via email
Admission: Free (Registration required)
Whether you’ve just arrived in Uppsala or have called it home for a while, you’re warmly invited to join us for our Afternoon Fika!
Take a break from your day and enjoy one of Sweden’s coziest traditions—coffee (or tea), delicious pastries, and great conversation in good company. Oh.. and yes, the coffee and all that will be provided!
Choral Evensong in English
Time: 16:00 (Afternoon tea from 14:30)
Location: Uppsala Cathedral
Choral Evensong – A Musical Evening Prayer in English
Experience the timeless beauty of Choral Evensong in the majestic space of Uppsala Cathedral.
The Uppsala Cathedral Youth Choir, under the direction of Margareta Raab, leads the service with rich and expressive choral music, accompanied by Eva‑Marie Hopstadius on organ. The liturgy is officiated by Sam Douhan, with readings by Esbjörn Falk. The service is held entirely in English.
Choral Evensong offers an immersive listening experience where music carries the text, and silence becomes an integral part of the atmosphere. It is equally appreciated by devoted listeners, first‑time visitors, and anyone seeking a peaceful pause filled with beauty and meaning.
Let the voices rise, the organ resonate, and the ancient cathedral surround you with sound, tradition, and tranquility.
All are warmly welcome.