ESSENTIAL SWEDEN
Property Q&A, what you can do on your balcony in Sweden, dentistry costs, e-scooter rules, what happens when a foreigner is sent to prison and how to get a job as a foreigner… here are six must-reads from The Local about life in Sweden.
Published: 19 February 2023 09:01 CET
Did you know that you may be permitted to use an electric grill on your balcony in Sweden? Photo: Anders Wiklund/TT
Have house prices stabilised? Is now a good time to buy? Should I buy or rent? What is an ‘charge‘ and what does it include? We answer your questions here.
Summer might be a way off yet, but it’s good to know what you can do on your balcony so you’re prepared for the warmer months. In this article, we spoke to Henric Gartz, a lawyer who specialises on issues related to housing, to find out how to stay on the right side of the law.
Dental care in Sweden is under a seperate system to most other healthcare, meaning costs can quickly mount up if you need a lot of treatment. How are costs calculated, and are there any subsidies?
Electric scooters or e-scooters are becoming more and more popular in Sweden, but many people still aren’t sure what the rules are for driving them. Here’s a breakdown.
Sweden’s Enforcement Authority is responsible for collecting unpaid debts, fines, and declarations of bankruptcy. So, what happens if an unpaid bill reaches the Enforcement Authority, and can you do anything if you have a black mark on your record?
For seasoned or aspiring cooks who’ve found a new life in Sweden, now might be the perfect time to join the Scandinavian culinary scene, argues Matthew Weaver, a writer and chef based in Malmö.