Are you new to Sweden? Welcome! When you have arrived and started your life in Stockholm there are a few things to sort out, for example getting a student discount card and maybe getting a Swedish bank account. Here we have collected important things to know when you first get settled.
New to KTH? Read our guide
Are you a newly admitted student? Read our guide to living and studying in Sweden and at KTH, where we summarize some important things to know about living in Sweden and differences in studies compared to other countries.
If you are not a citizen of an EU/EEA country you need to apply for a residence permit to study in Sweden. The authority responsible for issuing residence permits in Sweden is the Swedish Migration Agency.
All students at KTH are insured through a personal injury insurance on KTH's premises and during travel to and from KTH. However, you must have additional medical insurance coverage.
Do you want to work part-time during your studies? International students with a residence permit for studies can work in Sweden during their study period.
