What should I pack when moving to Sweden?

We asked people living in Sweden to list three things they wish they had brought and three they wish they had left behind. They responded...

"When moving to Sweden, it is important to pack warm clothing, as the climate is much cooler than many other countries. It is also important to bring a good raincoat and waterproof shoes, as the weather can be unpredictable. Additionally, it is a good idea to bring a few items of furniture, such as a bed, sofa, and dining table, as these items can be expensive to purchase in Sweden. Finally, it is important to bring any necessary documents, such as a passport, visa, and work permit," commented one expat who made the move to Sweden.

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"I wish I had brought some American measuring cups/tablespoons. It was too much trouble to have to convert all my American recipes to metric. Wish I had also brought cold/flu medicines, because you can't find the strength you're used to in the US, except in prescription form. I wish I had left all my dress clothes, because I wasn't working in an office setting, and so they were very impractical to have and not used. Also wish I had left most of my shoes (especially the ones with heels), because those are impractical as well. Goteborg was very rainy and snowy, so some of my shoes were just ruined," remarked another expat in Goteborg, Sweden.

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What should I pack when moving to Sweden?

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