Living costs
Like everywhere else, the cost of living in Stockholm will highly depend on your individual life style and habits. Here you can find more information about an average student budget and the minimum living expense requirement for a residence permit for studies.
Students in Sweden should budget for at least 8,568 SEK per month to cover all of their living costs. Below you can find a breakdown by Study in Sweden of how a monthly budget may look.
An average student budget
Food: SEK 2,000
Accommodation: SEK 4,170
Local travel: SEK 550
Phone/internet: SEK 300
Miscellaneous: SEK 1,548
Total: SEK 8,568
Residence permit maintenance requirement
For students who need to apply for a residence permit for studies at the Swedish Migration Agency, the living expense requirement is at least SEK 8,568 per month.
Discounts for students
As a member of the Stockholm University Student Union, you can get a discounts on public transportation, coffee or tea at restaurants on campus, as well as discounts in hundreds of stores and the like around the country.
Working during studies
Students from EU/EEA countries and students from other countries who hold a valid residence permit for studies are allowed to work alongside their studies. Note, however, that it may be difficult to find a part time job in Sweden if you do not speak Swedish.
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Last updated: February 22, 2021
Source: Student Services