Thinking about moving to Sweden? You’ve made a great decision. Many people wonder about the viability, suitability, adjustments, and more regarding a shift from one country to another. Many people had questions about moving to another country after Brexit. However, there are several remarkable things about Sweden that you can opt for to improve your quality of life and experience a new culture.
To visit, you will require a Schengen Visa that will help you with your travel and setting up in a new country. Earlier it was easier for UK citizens to travel without needing a visa. However, it is best to use a valid visa and check out the place beforehand.
Can I move to Sweden from UK after Brexit?
Yes. UK citizens must have the necessary permissions to move to Sweden after Brexit. While this is a slightly longer process, it is not impossible.
Sweden is home to many UK residents. Since it has an excellent quality of education, a high standard of living, and fabulous amenities, Sweden is a known hotspot for migrants from the UK. If you are a new resident in Sweden, you must follow the same non-EEA and non-EU processes.
When shifting to Sweden from the UK after Brexit, there are a few things you should follow:
– Getting the appropriate visa before arrival
– Registering with the Swedish Tax Authority to get the Tax ID and details
– Finding an appropriate place to live
– Plan and organize the moving and shifting
– Apply for the Swedish ID Card (personal ID card)
– Set up a new bank account in Sweden (preferably a national bank to start with)
– Look for employment or set up a business (depending on the visa conditions)
– If you have children, you should check the curriculum and enrol them in new schools.
– Learn the local language
What You Should Know Before Shifting To Sweden
While you plan the shift, it is best to visit the country once before making a permanent move. The Schengen visa allows you to visit Sweden for 90 days in a 180-day window. You should make the most of it, and visit with family (if you’re moving altogether) so they also experience the culture and place.
Food:
Food is usually the primary concern for people when they plan a shift from one country to another. Most palates are used to a specific taste, texture, and smell that may differ when shifting to another country.
Sweden is known for its tasty traditional foods like Gravad Lax (smoked salmon in a mustard sauce), Raggmunk (butter-fried potato pancakes), and kottbullar (meatballs cooked in bone broth). Swedish cuisine does veer toward the slightly richer varieties of food. Still, there are plenty of options with excellent hypermarkets and supermarkets to get localized food at affordable prices.
Coffee:
Sweden is ranked number 6 globally for coffee consumption. White Brits tend to drink more tea; if you are a coffee connoisseur, you will enjoy trying the various brews and blends that Sweden offers. Scandinavians love their coffee and consider it an art form.
While many older Swedes prefer tea, most of the millennial crowd likes coffee, and the average Swede consumes approximately 8.5 kg of coffee annually.
Since coffee was banned between 1756 and 1817, people started meeting up and drinking smuggled coffee in secret, calling it by a code name ‘Fika’ derived from kaffi (19th century for coffee). Fika is now considered a coffee culture essential for socializing, catching up, and relaxing.
High Cost of Living:
The cost of living in Sweden is higher than that of the UK, which means the standard of living is also higher. It is nearly 2 – 2.5% higher than the UK living expenses. While it is a beautiful place to live, you should ensure you have a steady source of income and can meet all costs.
Major expenses in Sweden are education, medical and healthcare, insurance costs, maintenance costs, and utilities. As in the UK, you must be careful about setting budgets to curb the household and travel expenses so you do not overspend and land in trouble. It is also wise to save some money before shifting. This saved money will help you tide over the initial few months in Sweden till you settle down. You may also have to make some deposit payments and might need the additional cash.
Sweden is just like any other developed country. It has plenty of greenery, waterfalls, national parks, and nature reserves which promote healthy living, clean air, and less pollution.
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