Internationals in Lund and southern Sweden
At the International Citizen Hub Lund, we are delighted to connect with people from all over the world. Many internationals have been living in Sweden for a while and have made the journey you're about to embark on. Get inspired and guided by reading their stories!
Stories by internationals
Sweden had always stood out to me for the way sustainability is woven into everyday life, from recycling habits to public transport. I wanted to learn in a place where sustainability wasn’t just talked about, but lived.
I have always dreamed of living abroad, somewhere close to nature, where I could trail run, camp, and enjoy the quiet. I didn’t know where that place would be until I started my master’s degree.
What happens when you mix a love of tennis, summer in Sweden, and a desire to give back? For me, it meant finding a community, building real friendships, and discovering new ways to make a difference.
My first day in Sweden was truly a kick start! I rushed to the International Citizen Hub Lund for the first meeting of the Kick-Start program straight from the airport, making it just in time for the first fika.
I’ve always known that I wanted to live in Europe. But where — that was the question. Sweden never actually crossed my mind, yet somehow life brought me here.
It’s easy to underestimate just how much it takes to move to a new place, not just to relocate, but to truly become part of your new home.
Sweden is a land that has long called me, even influencing my career choices: first as an architect, and then as a pastry chef, after encountering Sweden’s baking culture.
If my life was a sitcom, moving to Sweden would definitely be a worth to watch season. In November 2024, I swapped Sevilla’s mild winter for Scandinavian days so short you could miss them if you blinked.
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I arrived in Sweden in August 2017. It was a leap of faith, I left a comfortable life back home in Lithuania: a nice apartment, an established corporate career, my parents, sister and extended family.
My name is Aruni, and I am originally from Sri Lanka; a beautiful island, nation rich in culture, history, and natural diversity. Growing up surrounded by lush landscapes, I developed a deep apappreciation for both science and cultural heritage.
Pursuing my passion for baking, I enrolled in a pastry school and became a certified baker. After graduating, I had many plans to start my own pastry business, but then my husband surprised me with a relocation plan.
Moving to Sweden as a spouse came with both joy and uncertainty. I initially kept my remote job in another country, but when that came to an end, I found myself at a crossroads: it was time to look for work in Sweden.
Inspiring Journeys: More stories from Internationals in Lund
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When I moved to Sweden for a two-year Master’s in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science,
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I have always dreamed of living abroad, somewhere close to nature, where I could trail run, camp,
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My first day in Sweden was truly a kick start! I rushed to the International Citizen Hub Lund for
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What happens when you mix a love of tennis, summer in Sweden, and a desire to give back? For me, it
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It’s easy to underestimate just how much it takes to move to a new place, not just to relocate, but
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I’ve always known that I wanted to live in Europe. But where — that was the question. Sweden never
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Sweden is a land that has long called me, even influencing my career choices: first as an architect,
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If my life was a sitcom, moving to Sweden would definitely be a worth to watch season. In November
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I arrived in Sweden in August 2017. It was a leap of faith, I left a comfortable life back home in
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My name is Aruni, and I am originally from Sri Lanka; a beautiful island, nation rich in culture,
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Moving to Sweden as a spouse came with both joy and uncertainty. I initially kept my remote job in
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The year 2024 began quite differently, as I enrolled in a pastry school to become a certified baker
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When I moved to Malmö in early 2024, it was more than a change of scenery - it was reinventing what
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In July 2024, I made one of the boldest decisions of my life by leaving my familiar world behind to
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When I first moved to Sweden nearly three years ago, I wasn’t quite sure what I was getting into.
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. “For the past two years, we’ve
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. "I’ve always dreamed of
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. “In 2020, I took a leap, moving
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. “Every 27 years, planet Saturn
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. “I'd always dreamed of
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. What can you learn from my
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Denna sida är äldre än 12 månader och är kanske inte längre aktuell. " Sweden is the easiest place
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" as I look back, I see that every hectic moment, every new connection, every challenge was a brick
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A New Chapter in Sweden: A Journey of Resilience and Joy “I had always dreamed of exploring new
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“Starting a company in a foreign country brings its own unique set of challenges and opportunities.
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“Since moving to Sweden four years ago, it has been a continuous journey of learning and growth. I
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“Jumping out of your comfort zone is crucial for integrating into a new culture. After the honeymoon
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“As I stand amidst the vibrant greenery of this bustling city, I can't help but marvel at the
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“Let me explain a little bit about "She told me a story" first. It's a welcoming meetup designed for
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“With my husband's constant support and my strong desire to seize every opportunity, I embarked on a
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“Networking played a crucial role in my journey, facilitating both personal and professional growth.
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“Reflecting on this experience, I'd like to share some lessons learned and tips for fellow expats
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“I came to the Job Search Safari event, and I immediately felt at home, welcomed and supported. The
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“That phase in one’s journey can only be understood by those with similar experiences. I describe it
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"What helped me was imagining celebrating my 80th birthday in detail. What will I wear, who will sit
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For the third video from our series "My life in Sweden" we invited Carrie, to share a little bit of
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“Living in Sweden has afforded me the opportunity to explore, experiment, and expand my horizons in
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“I count myself fortunate to be enveloped in this artistic embrace, where creation isn't a lofty
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“Things were stable and we were planning a big wedding for 150 people. You’d think I’d put up a
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Until December 2023 International Citizen Hub will be sharing a monthly video, from our series ''My
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“…it came as a shock to me that my highly educated friends working as Engineers, Doctors and in
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Until December 2023 International Citizen Hub will be sharing a monthly video, from our series ''My
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“During my first drop-in I remember being surrounded by the Hub’s staff and other internationals
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“But in the face of adversity, I reminded myself why I had come here in the first place. It was to
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“When I started working in a Swedish company, I noticed some differences compared to Brazil, the
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“I got a job offer nine months after arriving in Sweden, still I could not have achieved it on my
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"Another highlight was a day trip to the island Ven. It’s a short ferry ride away from Landskrona,
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"So, I'm pretending that I'm an editor passing a note to a CEO somewhere, bored out of their minds
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"I started getting frustrated a lot. What am I doing wrong? Is it me? - I asked myself. At some
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"For me, it had also a bigger meaning: to support my fellow countrymen suffering from the war in
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"And I saw a large number of men and women from different parts of the world, excellent
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"Much like my own relocation to Sweden, the Entrepreneurship Journey is never straight forward and
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"The Swedish concept of "lagom" is a standard that embodies comfort and balance. From work-life
