Frequently Asked Questions
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You can use the Job Portal to filter English-speaking jobs. Additionally, you can search for the term "English" on Platsbanken on Arbetsförmedlingens website to find jobs that specifically require English language skills.
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At International House Gothenburg, we offer a range of services including workshops, events, and personalised advisory sessions conducted through online video meeting or drop-in meetings, which is Monday and Wednesday 10-15, and Friday 10-12. These services are included and not limited to various areas such as CV and cover letter writing or enhancement, preparation for job interviews, enquiries about SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) and CSN (Swedish Board of Student Finance), information on the schooling system in Sweden, guidance on job searching, assistance in creating a professional LinkedIn profile, organising job fairs and housing fairs, activities to expand your network, and opportunities to familiarise yourself with Swedish culture.
You can stay updated on upcoming events by registering for our newsletter.
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A job fair is an event where job seekers can meet with multiple employers in one place, explore career opportunities, and interact directly with recruiters and hiring managers. It provides a platform for networking, learning about companies, and potentially securing employment. International House Gothenburg hosts job fairs twice a year, and you can stay updated on upcoming events by registering for our newsletter.
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Your child must be between 1 and 5 years old and have a Swedish personal identification number for preschool registration.
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Visa extensions can be applied for through migrationsverket.se, the official website of the Swedish Migration Agency. If you have specific questions regarding your situation, it is advisable to contact the relevant authorities for accurate information and guidance.
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Paying taxes in Sweden is very straightforward: employers pay payroll tax on top of your salary every month, income tax is deducted directly from your monthly salary, and value-added tax is included in the price of food, goods, and services.
Every person is taxed individually, even when married. If everything appears correct on your mandatory, pre-printed annual tax return, reporting your taxes may simply involve sending a text message from your mobile phone to the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) to confirm this.
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All flats will have a cooker, fridge, and freezer installed, and the majority will also be equipped with a washing machine or have access to a communal laundry room.
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Gothenburg has a highly educated workforce with a very high concentration of engineers and natural scientists. The region also attracts large numbers of national and international talent thanks to its progressive values, excellent work-life balance, and strong nature and cultural offering. In addition, it offers well-established resources, support and networks for talent and their families.
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Yes. Gothenburg has a good offering of incubators and accelerators, including CO-AX at Sahlgrenska Science, Brewhouse, Founders Loft and Yuncture. It also has highly regarded university incubators: GU Ventures and Chalmers Ventures.
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For most jobs, knowledge of Swedish is essential. However, there are international companies that require English proficiency only. It's important to note that competition for positions in these companies is often high. In order to search for English-speaking jobs, you can use the Job Portal to filter English-speaking jobs. Additionally, you can search for the term "English" on Platsbanken on Arbetsförmedlingens website to find jobs that specifically require English language skills.