Moving to Sweden from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Sweden — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Sweden, and you’d need to navigate life in Swedish. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha to Sweden.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

SH
0.0
SE
1.1

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Sweden across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SH
18.3
SE
40.4

Sweden performs significantly better than Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

SH
14.0%
SE
7.6%

Sweden performs significantly better than Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SH
80.5 yrs
SE
82.7 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SH
19.2
SE
2.3

Sweden performs significantly better than Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha and Sweden. To live, work, or study long-term in Sweden, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Sweden's immigration authority.

Sweden passport

Sweden passport holder visiting Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha

Visa Free
Sweden passport holders can enter Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Sweden?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Sweden has 40.4 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Sweden safe for expats?

Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha performs better than Sweden across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Sweden is 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.0 in Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha.

What language do they speak in Sweden?

The official language in Sweden is Swedish. In Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

SH SE
Population 7,925 10,483,647
Currency Saint Helena Pound (SHP) Swedish Krona (SEK)
Languages English Swedish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +2 +46
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112