Sweden
What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Sweden. They wrote...
"Learning Swedish. The tax situation. Finding a home that has what I want in the area I's like to live," explained one expat living in Karlstad, Sweden.
GeoBlueGet Quote
GeoBlue is a trusted leader in international health insurance. Wherever your destination, GeoBlue can keep you and your family covered with the right health insurance. Get a GeoBlue Quote Today!
GeoBlueGeoBlue is a trusted leader in international health insurance. Wherever your destination, GeoBlue can keep you and your family covered with the right health insurance. Get a GeoBlue Quote Today!
Get Quote
"Expats in Sweden often find the reserved nature of the locals to be a challenge. Swedes tend to be more formal and less likely to engage in small talk than people from other cultures. Additionally, Swedes tend to be quite private and may not be as open to discussing personal matters as people from other cultures. Furthermore, Swedes tend to be quite punctual and expect others to be as well, which can be a challenge for those who are used to a more relaxed attitude towards time," said another expat in Sweden.
Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before retiring in Sweden?
- How do I meet people in Sweden?
- What is life like in Sweden?
- Is there a lot of crime in Sweden?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Sweden accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Sweden like?
- Is the cost of living in Sweden high?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Sweden?
- What are healthcare services like in Sweden?
- Is the cost of living in Sweden high?
- What type of recreational facilities are in Sweden?
- What is the weather like in Sweden?
- Are there good restaurants in Sweden?
- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Sweden?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Sweden?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Sweden?
- What do I need to know when buying property in Sweden?
- Are foreigners allowed to own property in Sweden?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Sweden, newcomers to Sweden would love to hear your answer to this question.
