Finishing work and heading off to a glorious new life as a retiree in Europe is the dream for many, but just how easy is it to do in reality? We compare the rules in 9 countries in Europe.
Sweden's ROT and RUT deductions give you a discount on the cost of labour for household renovations and maintenance. How do they work and what else can you get deductions for?
Sweden is not always an easy country to network in, but there are strategies that work. James Savage, who has been here more than twenty years, says the key is to get organised.
Can you feel it? That crisp but comforting chill in the air that signals Christmas is coming! As advent stars twinkle in windows, the glögg flows freely, and the smell of saffron drifts through the streets, everyone in Sweden is full of festive spirit.
Sometimes things crop up in life that require time away from work, whether it’s a house move, a death or wedding in the family, or a dental emergency. Even people who have been working in Sweden long-term may not know exactly what their rights are in these situations, and the truth is it differs significantly between sectors and individual employers.
Most articles on Swedish office culture gush about the lack of hierarchy, the reasonable working hours, and the absence of dog-eat-dog competition. But most newcomers soon realise it's not (always) quite as nice as it appears. Here's how to play Swedish office politics and win.
The right to roam, known as allemansrätten in Swedish, allows everyone to freely explore and camp in Swedish nature. However, there are unwritten rules that should still be followed.
Thousands of runners will cross the Öresund Bridge this weekend as they contest a unique half-marathon taking them from Danish capital Copenhagen to Swedish city Malmö.
If you want to tour Sweden's countryside this summer, one of the cheapest and greenest ways to do it is by taking advantage of one of the special summer tickets sold by regional travel companies.
With the world of work rapidly changing, digital nomad visas are now in high demand as a way to experience life in another country while continuing to work remotely. Here are the European countries that you can obtain one for, and what’s involved.
There are arguably as many Swedish dialects as there are Swedes, but what are the general rules for how to tell where in Sweden someone comes from based on their speech?
Writing letters may be a dying art to some extent, but the need to write a polite email or other message is still alive and well. What should you avoid in an email if you don't want to appear rude?
As the hibernation season comes to an end and the Swedish brown bears start to make an appearance once again, it’s worth knowing what to do if you come across one of these creatures.
Everyone who has applied for Swedish citizenship since April 1st, as well as everyone with pending applications, is being asked to answer a set of detailed additional security questions. Why exactly have the questions been introduced?
Sweden is an expensive place to live, but taxes may not be as high as you think. Understanding how income tax works is crucial before a salary negotiation or accepting a job offer.
With its vast forests, countless lakes and beautiful shoreline, Swedish nature is a dream for hikers and adventurers of all kinds. The right to roam in nature is enshrined in law, but with this freedom come some strict rules which residents and visitors should be aware of before they venture out.
With Sweden's Financial Supervisory Authority (FI) urging homeowners to renegotiate their mortgages, now may be the perfect time to consider moving your mortgage to another bank.
Many people reach a point in their lives when they wish to start a family, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. But what are your options if you need help to have a baby?
If you live and work in Sweden, you may have received an orange envelope with important information about your pension. The document can feel intimidating, but here's what you need to know in order to decipher it.
Everyone who lives and works in Sweden will soon receive their so-called 'orange envelope', the annual statement that reveals the size of your future Swedish pension. Here are the key dates to be aware of in 2025.
