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Whether you're in tech, media, or a different industry entirely, it's increasingly common to work as a freelancer these days, and internationals coming to Sweden are no exception. Struggling to get set up and navigate the country's system? Read our guide for some help with the basics.
Sweden's quiet summer period can surprisingly be the perfect time to make progress in your job hunt – if you know the right steps to take. Here are some of the best ways job seekers can make the most of the summer months to find new opportunities.
The deadline to submit your income tax declaration in Sweden falls on Monday May 4th in 2026. Here's what to do if you haven't managed to get it together in time.
The avocado toasts and baristas making foamy lattes make it look like any other cafe, except at this one, located in a Stockholm residential neighbourhood, artificial intelligence (AI) is running the place.
The work-life balance and generous support for family life offered by Sweden is the main factor attracting highly skilled workers to the country, eclipsing salary levels, and the opportunities offered by the labour market, according to a new report.
Sweden's government has announced plans to delay and renegotiate the EU's Pay Transparency Directive, which it argues is so "administratively burdensome" that it threatens gender equality gains.
Moving to another country for work is an adventure and a privilege, but also a risk. Sometimes things don't go according to plan and however meticulously you prepared for your life overseas, you could get thrown a curveball, like losing the job that brought you here.
Sweden’s work permit salary threshold is set to rise once again from the current level of 80 percent of the median salary, to 90 percent on June 1st. How will this affect you if you’re on a work permit?
In the excitement of getting stuck into life in a new country and tackling all the challenges that presents, it's easy for pensions to slip down the list of things to keep track of. But don't let it fall off the radar, follow The Local's guide to manage your Swedish pension.
Unemployment is at the lowest level since the end of 2023, but layoff notices are on the increase and the war in Iran could put another damper on things.
Six out of ten foreign doctoral students stay in Sweden at least three years after graduating, but they struggle to compete with their Swedish peers on the job market.
The number of graduates registered with Sweden's Public Employment Service as unemployed is rising, while companies are facing a shortage of blue-collar workers.
Whether you’re a student, job-seeker or just looking to boost your finances over the summer, now is the time to start looking for summer and seasonal work.
Yearly salary negotiations take place in the spring for many workers as collective bargaining agreements are renegotiated. How do salary reviews work and how can you prepare?
The number of people born abroad who are working has risen dramatically in recent years, and the gap between immigrants and Swedes has been shrinking since 2020, a new report by Nordea has concluded.
For many international workers in Sweden, joining a trade union might not be something that crosses your mind, especially if it's not common in your home country. Here are the benefits and key things to bear in mind when considering joining.
The Swedish Trade Union Confederation, (LO), has called for the country to shorten the working week for all workers from 40 to 35 hours, but the country’s employer organisations aren’t interested in negotiating.
More and more people are moving to this beautiful pocket of Sweden, where both nature and city life are on the doorstep. We speak to Östergötland locals to uncover some of the region’s highlights and why they love living there.
