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Stockholm, Sweden 🇸🇪
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Nomad Score: 65%

Essentials

🏙️ City The capital of Sweden, Stockholm is spread across 14 islands connected by over 50 bridges and known for its stunning architecture and vibrant culture.
👥 Population Approximately 975,000 people.
💻 Internet Speed Average internet speed is around 100-200 Mbps.
💸 Currency & Banking 1 SEK ≈ 0.10 USD, major banks include Swedbank, SEB, and Nordea.
🚰 Tap Water Drinkable and of high quality.
🔌 Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F sockets.
📶 SIM Card Providers include Telia, Tele2, and Telenor.
💳 Banking for Expats Common payment systems include Swish (mobile payment), debit and credit cards from major banks.
🛌 Accommodation Options include hotels, hostels, and serviced apartments. Booking platforms like Airbnb and Spotahome are popular.
💳 Cashless Friendly Yes, Stockholm is highly cashless, with cards and mobile payments widely accepted.
🏠 Short Term Rentals Platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo offer numerous short-term rental options.
🛏️ Budget Accommodation Hostel options like Södermalm’s Generator and City Backpackers Hostel.
🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Tourists Gamla Stan, the historic heart of Stockholm, is recommended for tourists.
🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads Södermalm is popular among digital nomads, offering co-working spaces and vibrant cafes.

Working and Networking

🏢 Best Coworking Space WeWork Hötorgshallen located in the city center.
Best Cafe for Work Café Foam in Södermalm offers a great atmosphere for working.
💼 Networking Events Meetups organized through Meetup.com and the Stockholm Tech Meetup.
🥂 Social Events for Expats Facebook groups like 'Stockholm Expats' and 'Expats in Sweden' host regular meetups and events.

Transportation

🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App Taxi Stockholm and Bolt are preferred apps for rides.
🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental Bike sharing services like Stockholm City Bikes and Voi scooters are widely available.
🏖️ Best Beach Nearby Smedsuddsbadet, a popular beach, is about 10 minutes from downtown.
✈️ Top Regional Airline SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) serves regional flights.
✈️ Top International Airline Major airlines include Lufthansa, KLM, and British Airways.
🛣️ Highway Access Well-connected via E4 and E20.
🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub Stockholm Central Station.
🚍 Public Transport Passes SL cards offer access to buses, trains, and metro, with options for single, 24-hour, and monthly passes.
✈️ Regional Travel Train services to nearby cities operated by SJ (Swedish Railways).

Health and Wellness

🏥 Best Hospital Karolinska University Hospital in Solna.
🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers YogaShakti in Södermalm offers various classes.
🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers Friskis&Svettis offers affordable gym memberships.
🧺 Laundry Services Laundromats like Tvättstugan in Södermalm provide self-service.

Food and Drink

📱 Best Food Delivery App UberEats and Wolt are popular food delivery options.
🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauce.
🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options The Green Queen serves an extensive vegan menu.
🍫 Best Dessert Spots Vete-Katten is known for its traditional Swedish pastries.
🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots Östermalm Market Hall offers diverse food options.
🛒 E-commerce/Online Store Local e-commerce sites like CDON and Adlibris.
🛒 Grocery Delivery Foodora and ICA offer grocery delivery services.
🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area Stureplan area is well-known for nightlife.
🍻 Local Brewery Norrlands Guld is a popular local beer.
🍷 Wine Bars Oenotheque in Södermalm is a notable wine bar.
🍲 Street Food Stalls Fäster at Hötorgshallen serves excellent street food.
🍕 Popular International Cuisine Tacos & Tequila offers a great twist on traditional Mexican flavors.

Culture and Attractions

🎟️ Must-See Landmarks Royal Palace and Vasa Museum are must-visits.
🏛️ Museums & Art Venues Moderna Museet hosts contemporary art exhibitions.
🏰 Historical Sites Riddarholmen Church is a notable historical site.
🕍 Religious Sites Stockholm Cathedral is a key religious monument.
🎉 Annual Events Midsummer celebrations and Stockholm Culture Festival are highlights.
🎨 Cultural Districts Gamla Stan and Sodermalm are vibrant cultural neighborhoods.
🎭 Theater Venues Dramaten is the national theater of Sweden.
🛍️ Local Markets Östermalm Market is famed for gourmet food offerings.
🎼 Music Scene Fasching is a famous jazz club in Stockholm.
🎨 Street Art Södermalm features numerous murals and urban art installations.
🧑‍🍳 Cooking Classes The Nordic Cooking Studio offers Swedish cooking classes.
👩‍🎨 Art Galleries Galleri Kontrast showcases emerging Swedish artists.
🕰️ Historic Buildings Stockholm City Hall is an architectural landmark.
🏴 Local Heritage The Midsummer celebration reflects Swedish cultural heritage.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes Djurgården is a beautiful island park ideal for picnics and nature walks.
🏞️ National Parks Nearby Tyresta National Park is about 30 minutes from the city.
🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths The Strömmen walkway offers stunning views along the waterfront.
🌄 Scenic Viewpoints SkyView at Globe Arena provides panoramic views of the city.
🦉 Birdwatching Locations Lake Malaren is excellent for birdwatching.
🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots Gröna Lund's designated areas allow for bonfires.

Other Services and Amenities

📦 Parcel Delivery Service DHL and PostNord provide reliable shipping services.
🛠️ Tech Repair Services MediaMarkt offers repairs and tech support.
🏓 Table Tennis Spots Ping Pong Stockholm is a popular venue.
🧑‍🏫 Language Classes Folkuniversitetet offers Swedish language courses.
📚 Libraries & Study Spots Stockholm Public Library is a great place to study.
🏘️ Community Centers Entré in Södermalm hosts various community events.
🕹️ Gaming Lounges Game Zone offers a fun environment for gaming enthusiasts.
🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls Casino Cosmopol in Stockholm provides various gaming options.

Business

🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €135,000)
🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €90,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €210,000)
🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €140,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 70 m² = €266,000)
🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €2,400 per m² (e.g., 70 m² = €168,000)
💼 Corporate Tax 22% corporate tax rate.
💵 Dividend Withholding Tax 30% withholding tax applies.
🏦 Tax System Sweden operates on a progressive tax system based on worldwide income.
📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket Approximately 57% on incomes over a certain threshold.
🧾 VAT Standard VAT rate is 25%.
🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, strict rules apply to foreign subsidiaries.
🏠 Property Tax Yes, based on the assessed value of the property.
🏠 Property Transaction Tax 3% for residential property purchases.
💻 Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Certain tax benefits available, including deductions for remote work-related expenses.