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Welcome to KTH Relocation

KTH Relocation is a service for international academic staff, including doctoral students, coming from abroad to KTH. We will assist you in transitioning to life in Sweden, providing practical information and supporting you with accommodation. We will also help your family and your spouses acclimate to Sweden.

Before arrival 

Register for relocation

Offered a position at KTH? Your first step is to register for KTH Relocations services.

Register for KTH Relocation

Housing for KTH Relocation

As part of our relocation services we offer housing for international academic staff, including doctoral students, coming from abroad.

Insurance

You, your partner and children under 18 are insured by KTH during your contract period at KTH.

Accompanying family members

If you choose to bring your spouse and/or children to Sweden, there are a few things you should know.

During your stay

Register with the Swedish Tax Agency

If you are here for a year or more, the first step is to register at the Swedish Tax Agency as soon as you arrive at KTH.

Banking and financial matters

If you have a residence permit to be in Sweden, you have a right to get a bank account.

Health and medical care

If you have a personnummer, you will be covered as any other person in Sweden.

Future and career

As when arriving to Sweden, there are a number of things you need to remember when leaving – these are just the main ones related to working with us.

Contact KTH Relocation

For questions related to relocation (for example, immigration, HR, being new in Sweden, bringing a spouse or a family), please email us at relocation@kth.se . We do not take physical appointments or staff KTH Entré.

For questions related to KTH Housing, please email housingoffice@kth.se  if you do not find the answers you need at our website Housing for relocating academic staff | KTH .