Sweden: First Month Day-by-Day Guide for International Students.

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🗓️ Sweden: First Month Day-by-Day Guide for International Students


Day 1: Arrival


  • Land in Sweden → go through immigration & customs
  • Collect luggage
  • Take a taxi or public transport to temporary accommodation (hostel, Airbnb)
  • Keep some cash (SEK 500–1000) for transport, food, and essentials
  • Rest after flight

Day 2: Immediate Essentials


  • Buy a local SIM card (Telia, Tele2, Telenor)
  • Start looking for permanent accommodation if not booked
  • Explore nearby grocery stores for essentials: ICA, Coop, Lidl
  • Note public transport options (bus, metro, tram, SL app for Stockholm, SkÃ¥netrafiken in Malmö, Västtrafik in Gothenburg)

Day 3: University Preparation


  • Go to university admission office
  • Bring: passport, acceptance letter, residence permit (if non-EU), academic documents
  • Confirm orientation schedule and student ID card procedure
  • Ask about student housing applications

Day 4: Orientation & Registration (Part 1)


  • Attend welcome/orientation session
  • Learn about: campus, library, student union, labs
  • Begin course registration (some universities allow online or in-person registration)
  • Ask about health services, counseling, and mental health support

Day 5: Bank & Personal Number



  • Visit Skatteverket (Tax Agency) for Personal Number (Personnummer)
    • Bring: passport, residence permit, proof of address, admission letter

  • Open bank account once personal number is ready (Swedbank, SEB, Nordea)
  • Deposit funds or scholarship money


Day 6–7: Housing Search

  • Follow up with student housing application via university/student union
  • Check private apartments if needed (Blocket.se, Bostad Direkt, Qasa.se)
  • Visit apartments if possible, sign lease agreements
  • Set up utilities (internet, electricity) if required

Week 2: Settling In

  • Move into permanent housing
  • Unpack and organize essentials
  • Set up internet and electricity if not included
  • Learn local grocery shopping and recycling ruler.


Week 2–3: Student Services


  • Register with student health services for medical coverage
  • Get library card & access labs
  • Join student union for social events, clubs, networking
  • Explore campus and local city areas
  • Learn public transport apps & schedules


Week 3–4: Academics & Daily Life


  • Attend orientation sessions for your courses
  • Attend first lectures and labs
  • Meet academic advisor for course guidance
  • Open email and university portals for grades, schedules, and announcements
  • Explore local culture: cafes, parks, museums
  • Check for part-time jobs if allowed under your visa.

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End of Month Checklist



  • University registration complete
  • Student ID card received
  • Personal Number obtained
  • Bank account & phone SIM active
  • Permanent housing secured
  • Utilities set up (internet, electricity)
  • Health insurance & doctor registration done
  • Orientation & first lectures attended
  • Student union membership & social events explored.

💡 Tips to Make Life Easier


  • Keep copies of all important documents digitally
  • Always ask for written confirmations for leases, registration, and insurance
  • Learn basic Swedish phrases for daily life: greetings, directions, shopping
  • Layer clothing: winter in Sweden is cold & dark
  • Use student discounts whenever possible (transport, museums, software)


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