smart food choices
Food here is relatively expensive compared to many countries. Groceries are your main cost driver, eating out adds up quickly, and prices can fluctuate due to global factors like energy costs and supply chains (including indirect effects from geopolitical events such as conflicts impacting fuel and fertiliser markets). This article looks at the diverse range of options available in the 3 largest cities. everyday basics
The everyday stuff matters. From groceries and public transport to utilities and SIM cards, this is where you’ll find the basics for getting settled. Practical guides to help you get set up, stay connected, and avoid too many unwanted surprises.
public transport
Just arrived and wondering how to get around? Public transport is your key: It is designed so you can live comfortably without a car from day 1 regardless of the personal circumstances — students, families, older adults, disabled travellers — you name it. It's all based on accessibility and convenience. Low-floor buses, elevators, stroller spaces, audio announcements, digital tickets and integrated travel apps. Hop on!s.i.m. cards and utilities
Setting up electricity, water, internet and a mobile plan are some of the first practical tasks after arriving. The good news is that most services are easy to arrange, and you often have several options to choose from. We’ll show you how to get connected quickly, understand what you actually need to pay for, and avoid common money traps.everyday basics survival guide
This survival guide is designed to turn that chaos into small, manageable checklists, helping you go from confused to functional during your first days and weeks. At least, that’s the idea. It’s a practical guide to the everyday basics you need to get your first routine working — from food and transport to your phone, internet, utilities and money. This framework is for people already in Sweden or arriving soon, regardless of residency type or legal status, who already have somewhere to live. Instead of another long guide telling you everything you could do, you’ll get clear, realistic expectations and a sense of what actually matters first.