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...
… world-famous botanist and zoologist Carl Linnaeus lived in Uppsala.
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!