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Sweden

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Sweden is a global leader in tech innovation, home to companies like Spotify, Klarna, and King. Stockholm has one of the highest densities of tech unicorns per capita worldwide. The country offers excellent infrastructure, high English proficiency, and a progressive work culture that strongly supports work-life balance and flexible arrangements.

Capital

Stockholm

Population

~10.5 million

Language

Swedish

English widely spoken

Currency

SEK

Swedish Krona

Internet

97%

penetration

Safety

High

Global Peace Index: 1.62 (2024)

Cost

High

Numbeo Index: 62.8 (2026)

Work culture

Swedish work culture is flat, consensus-driven, and emphasizes equality (lagom). Meetings are structured and decisions are made collectively. Work-life balance is a cornerstone, with generous parental leave and vacation policies. Remote work is widely accepted across industries.

Hiring notes

Employment law provides strong protections governed by collective agreements. The LAS (Employment Protection Act) regulates dismissals. Freelancers operate as enskild firma (sole traders) or through aktiebolag (limited companies). International employers typically use EOR services.

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