Sweden
Sweden’s landscape weaves together archipelagos, forests, and lakes, with Stockholm and Gothenburg at the heart of cultural life.
Overview
Swedish language and krona unite a country known for its right to roam, from urban Nobel prestige to quiet islands and Lapland’s northern lights. Regional contrasts run deep, with city sophistication balanced by deep-rooted traditions and access to nature.
At a glance
Languages
- Swedish(Official)
- Finnish(Recognized)
- Yiddish(Recognized)
- English(Widespread)
Population10,592,686
CurrencySwedish Krone (SEK)
1 SEK = 0.1050 USD
1 USD = 9.5258 SEK
Popular places
Sweden
Cost of living
Numbeo publishes these source indexes relative to New York City.
Cost of LivingPotentially much less expensiveSource category: All | 2026
RentPotentially much less expensiveSource category: Rent | 2026
GroceriesPotentially less expensiveSource category: Grocery | 2026
RestaurantPotentially less expensiveSource category: Restaurant | 2026
Local Purchasing PowerStronger local purchasing powerSource category: Purchasing Power | 2026
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Quality of life
Quality of Life IndexStrongSource category: Quality Of Life | 2026 | Overall quality of life index
Healthcare IndexGenerally favorableSource category: Healthcare | 2026 | Healthcare quality index (100 = best healthcare)
Crime IndexModerateSource category: Crime | 2026 | Crime index (100 = highest crime)
Safety IndexMixedSource category: Safety | 2026 | Safety index (100 = safest)
Pollution IndexLowSource category: Pollution | 2026 | Pollution index (100 = most polluted)
Traffic IndexHighSource category: Traffic | 2026 | Overall traffic index (considers time + inefficiency + CO2)
Sources
- Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Entry requirements
Visa and residency reference data is available for EU Blue Card, Work (Employer-Sponsored), Family Reunification, and 1 more.
EU Blue Card
European Commission Immigration Portal EU Blue Card route for highly qualified non-EU workers in Sweden.
- Employer-sponsored only
- Path to residency
Work (Employer-Sponsored)
- Employed Worker Residence Permit
European Commission Immigration Portal route for non-EU citizens who want to work in Sweden as employed workers.
- Employer-sponsored only
- Path to residency
Family Reunification
European Commission Immigration Portal family reunification route for eligible non-EU family members joining a sponsor in Sweden.
Self-Employment
Languages
- Swedish(Official)
- Finnish(Recognized)
- Yiddish(Recognized)
- English(Widespread)
Sources
- Country language reference
Safety
3 source-backed travel advisories are available for Sweden.
Canada
Exercise a high degree of caution
Advisory effective · Verified
Exercise a high degree of caution in Sweden due to the threat of terrorism.
United Kingdom
No destination-wide FCDO travel warning
Advisory effective · Verified
FCDO travel advice currently has no destination-wide warning for Sweden. Review the full FCDO travel advice before travelling, including safety, entry, health, and insurance guidance.
United States
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Advisory effective · Verified
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism. Advisory summary There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Sweden. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack without warning and target: Tourist locations Transportation hubs (airports) Markets and shopping malls Local government facilities Hotels, clubs, and restaurants Places of worship and religious sites Parks Major sporting and cultural events Educational institutions Other public areas Review our travel guidance for Sweden to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Sweden: Enroll in the Smart Traveler
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