The City of Stockholm’s adult education aims to provide adults with the skills they need to participate in society and working life. Click on the link to explore the opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills.
A foundation for employees. If you are in the middle of working life and need to develop your skills for the future, TRR offer various types of skills support. Learn more by clicking on the link.
The Youth Guarantee fights youth unemployment: you can get a good quality offer within a period of four months after leaving formal education or becoming unemployed. The project is for all young people under the age of 25.
ESC is a European programme that brings together young people to build a more inclusive society, supporting vulnerable people and responding to societal challenges. Learn more on how you can become part of this programme.
The central administrative authority for the public school system, publicly organised preschools, school-age childcare and adult education. Click on the link and discover facts, tips and tools on education for adults, municipal adult education, folk high schools, and university.
Eurodesk provides free information on opportunities to travel, work, study and volunteer in Europe or participate in EU-funded programmes for young people up to 30 years old.
Arbetsförmedlingen is the main agency in Sweden for jobseekers. Click on the link to find out more about how to apply for a job in Sweden.
Find jobs, training opportunities and valuable labour market information and tips with EURES, the European network of employment services.
EURES is a European cooperation network of employment services. It covers all European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Click on the link to learn how to find work in another country.
Europass provides free tools that make your competences and qualifications visible and understandable across Europe and beyond. Moreover, on the Europass platform you will find not only learning and job opportunities throughout Europe but also country-specific contact details and information on learning and working abroad. The Europass tools are your gateway to learning and working at home and abroad.
The Work Environment Authority is responsible for work environment and working time issues. Learn more about the laws and regulations of employment in Sweden as an employer, safety representative or employee.
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) gives you access to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 27 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland or the United Kingdom under the same conditions and at the same cost (free in some countries) as people insured in that country. Find out how you can apply for this free card.
A place to be for school children when parents are working or studying. Learn more about what types of supervision and activities the centre offers by visiting their website.
The National Board of Health and Welfare has several missions, one of which is to support parents and families in ensuring their children’s best interest. The website offers an insight into their work and services.
‘Försäkringskassan’ is the Swedish agency in charge of social security. It facilitates benefits such as child support, parental allowance and sickness allowance, as well as receiving the European Health Insurance Card. The website provides information and resources for parents and job seekers as well as for people with health issues or disability.
Students living in Sweden with a permanent residence permit may receive student finance for their studies. The allowance is given to students aged 16 years or older. See if you qualify, and apply on the CSN website.
The Ombudsperson’s tasks include the supervision of compliance with the Discrimination Act and the promotion of equal rights and opportunities regardless of sex, transgender identity, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. The website offers more information on their work.
A government agency under the Ministry of Employment, created to help implementing the Swedish gender equality policy. Visit the website to discover the activity areas the agency is engaged in, such as government grants, combating human trafficking, and investigating equality in Sweden.
‘Nema Problema’ (No problem) supports newcomers to the Swedish labour market and facilitates meetings between persons with different backgrounds. Through their mentorship programme, jobseekers are paired with a mentor who has a similar study or job background. Visit the website to discover more about their programme.
The Swedish Pensions Agency is responsible for the administration and payment of national pensions in Sweden. The agency provides information on life-long benefits and social protection for people who have retired or are looking to retire.
Learn about all possible assistance you may be entitled to on their website.
The County Administrative Board offers information and services related to income rights and unemployment benefits.
Visit their website and learn more about the wage guarantees you can receive.
The Swedish Social Insurance Agency offers information on the various social benefits and insurances available in Sweden, including benefits for parents, jobseekers, persons with disabilities, those affected by illness, and more.
Find out how to claim these benefits.