The home for New Zealanders living in, moving to, or dreaming about Sweden. Guides, events, community, and a piece of home — 16,000 km away.
From personnummer to fika culture — practical guides written by Kiwis, for Kiwis.
Visas, personnummer, BankID — your complete checklist for making the move from NZ to Sweden.
Read more →Navigating bostadsförmedlingen, Blocket, andrahand contracts, and tenant rights.
Read more →Job search tips, Swedish CV format, work culture differences, and your rights as an employee.
Read more →Opening accounts, Swish, tax returns, sending money home, and understanding Swedish finances.
Read more →Registering at vårdcentral, using 1177, dental care, prescriptions, and the cost cap system.
Read more →SFI courses, learning Swedish, cultural dos and don'ts, and yes — fika is sacred.
Read more →Childcare (dagis), schools, universities, and CSN for international students.
Read more →SL cards, driving license conversion, car ownership, and cycling in Swedish cities.
Read more →Planning your move back, reverse culture shock, shipping belongings, and what to expect.
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Everything you need to know about making the move — from visa types and personnummer applications to opening a bank account and finding your first apartment. Written from real experience by a Kiwi who's done it.
Guide Coming Soon 🕒From ANZAC Day dawn services to midsommar BBQs — keeping the Kiwi spirit alive in Sweden.
Dawn service and morning tea — honouring those who served. Location TBA.
Swedish midsommar meets NZ BBQ — the best of both worlds. Bring a plate!
Swedish crayfish party with a Kiwi twist. Bibs, hats, and snaps — as tradition demands.
End-of-year social for Kiwis in Sweden. Pavlova welcome (but not required).
Stay connected with what's happening back in Aotearoa — curated weekly for Kiwis abroad.
Property prices, lending rules, and what it means if you're thinking about investing from Sweden.
Coming soon — Weekly News DigestIRD updates that affect Kiwis living abroad — KiwiSaver, student loans, and tax residency.
Coming soon — Weekly News DigestRoutes, prices, and tips for getting home from Sweden — the cheapest time to fly.
Coming soon — Weekly News DigestEnglish-speaking professionals and Kiwi-friendly services across Sweden.
English-speaking accountants who understand expat tax situations
Immigration lawyers, contract advisors, and legal consultants
English-speaking dentists, therapists, and healthcare providers
Agents and relocation services that understand expat needs
Cross-border financial planning for NZ-Sweden situations
Where to find Whittaker's, L&P, Marmite, and other Kiwi essentials
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