Sweden has abolished spårbyte, the “track change” rule that let some rejected asylum seekers switch to a work permit without leaving the country. The change took effect on April 1, 2025, according to the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket), and it has already reshaped hiring in a few Swedish industries. Here is what changed, who it…

A Swedish employment contract may look short, and that is because much of what protects you sits in law and in the collective agreement, not in the document itself. Understanding how those layers fit together lets you read any offer with confidence and know what you are actually entitled to. This is general information, not…

Deciding to leave a job is rarely just about the new opportunity. In Sweden your move is shaped by your notice period, your contract and, very often, a collective agreement. Knowing the rules in advance lets you resign cleanly and protect the reference you will want later. Your notice period when you resign If you…