Work in Scandinavia

Live and work in Scandinavia: a bright future for healthcare professionals and their families

Scandinavia is the perfect destination for licensed healthcare professionals and their families, offering high-quality living, exceptional benefits, and a stable job market. Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark are renowned for their family-friendly policies and work-life balance, making them top choices for families looking to thrive both personally and professionally.

Why choose Scandinavia?

Scandinavia is famous for its robust social safety nets and family-first policies. Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, or another professional, here’s what you and your family can expect:

Free Education for All: From preschool to university, children enjoy access to top-quality education at no cost. International schools are also available for simple integration.
Generous Child Allowance: Every child receives a substantial amount of money until they turn 18. If they continue their studies, each country provides at least €300 per month to support their education. Additionally, student loans are available at low interest rates, helping families pursue higher education with minimal financial strain.
Free School Meals: All children in primary school get nutritious, free meals every day.
Free Healthcare for Children: Healthcare and dental care are free for children up to 18, reducing out-of-pocket expenses.
Generous Parental Leave: Scandinavia offers one of the world’s most generous parental leave programs, helping you balance family life with career advancement.
Monthly Benefits: Families enjoy child and housing allowances, providing financial stability and enabling you to focus on your new life in Scandinavia.
Affordable Childcare: Both parents can work without worrying about childcare costs thanks to childcare’s heavy subsidies and income-based funding.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours and the ability to work from home allow you to spend more time with your family, maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Equality and Inclusion: Scandinavia is renowned for gender equality and inclusivity, ensuring equal opportunities for all family members to thrive.
Safety and Security: Low crime rates make Scandinavia one of the safest regions in the world to raise children.
High Quality of Life: Clean cities, access to nature, and a strong social safety net contribute to a healthy, balanced lifestyle for your family.
Longevity and Well-being: With a high life expectancy and a focus on well-being, Scandinavia promises a long, healthy life for you and your children.

What is it like to live in Scandinavia?

Living in Scandinavia means enjoying peace of mind and high living standards. Here are some key benefits of life in Scandinavia:

Well-being and Happiness: Scandinavian countries prioritize well-being, offering many recreational and social activities that contribute to a balanced life.
Safety: One of the safest places to raise children, with low crime rates and a high level of security.
Clean and Green Environment: Beautiful cities with simple access to nature, encouraging an active lifestyle and outdoor activities.
Strong Social Support: A robust social system that guarantees resources and support for all residents ensures a secure future.
Balanced Work-Life: Scandinavia’s flexible working conditions and family-oriented policies make it easier for parents to work while maintaining family time.
Equality and Inclusion: Everyone, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities to balance their career and family life.

Why work in Scandinavia?

Scandinavia offers numerous benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

Career Growth: A stable, growing job market with ample career development opportunities in healthcare.
Competitive Salaries: We offer attractive salaries and working conditions that provide financial security.
Top-Quality Healthcare: Be part of a healthcare system that values innovation and patient well-being.

Professional Development: Continuous opportunities for education and skills enhancement to advance your career.
Innovative and Sustainable Work Environments: Work for forward-thinking organizations that prioritize sustainability.
International Networking: Work in a multicultural environment, expanding your global network.
Long-Term Quality of Life: Enjoy a balanced, secure life with excellent health, safety, and social benefits for your entire family.

Which country should I choose?

Our service helps you apply for Swedish credentials, which you can then use to obtain licenses in other Scandinavian countries. The benefits and job markets are similar across the region, but small differences exist, such as parental leave policies and daily allowances. However, when you consider the bigger picture, the advantages remain equal across the countries.

Benefit	Sweden	Norway	Denmark	Finland
Subsidized preschool	Yes, heavily subsidized	Yes, income-based	Yes, income-based	Yes, income-based
Free education	Indeed, this applies to all students from preschool to high school.	Indeed, this applies to all students from preschool to high school.	Indeed, this applies to all students from preschool to high school.	Indeed, this applies to all students from preschool to high school.
Free university education	Indeed, the study grant for Swedish and EU students is approximately 300 EUR per month, while the loan is approximately 870 EUR per month.	Indeed, the study grant for Norwegian and EU students is approximately 300 EUR per month, while the loan is approximately 1,020 EUR per month.	Indeed, the study grant for Danish and EU students is approximately 850 EUR per month, while the loan is approximately 470 EUR per month.	Indeed, the study grant for Finnish and EU students is approximately 240 EUR per month, while the loan is approximately 600 EUR per month.
Free school meals	Yes, all children in primary school	No, but subsidized meals	No, but subsidized meals	Yes, all children in primary school
Free healthcare	Yes, for children under 18.	Yes, for children under 16!	Yes, for children under 18.	Yes, for children under 18.
Healthcare costs	The cost for a public visit ranges from 22-35 €, while a private visit costs between 70-130 €.	The public visit costs 17-34 €, while the private visit costs 60-130 €. If you have an exemption card, it’s free.	The public fee is 0-27 € per visit, while the private fee is 130-270 €; this fee is waived with an exemption card.	Public visits cost between 3 and 9 euros, while private visits cost between 8 and 13 euros.
Free dental care	Yes, up to 23 years old.	Yes, up to 18 years old.	Yes, up to 18 years old.	Yes, up to 18 years old.
Dental care	After 23, dental subscriptions are offered: 2–50€/month.	No	No	No
Parental leave	There were 480 days in total; 80% of the income was up to 120 EUR/day.	49 weeks (100%) or 59 weeks (80%) of income are required.	The total duration was 52 weeks, with 100% during the first 18 weeks and approximately 80% thereafter.	In total, 320 days can account for up to 70% of income.
Child allowance	Approx. 115 EUR/month per child	Approx. 150 EUR/month per child	Approx. 600 EUR/month per child	Approx. 90 EUR/month per child
A housing allowance for families	Yes, depending on your income, you can receive up to 470 EUR per month.	Varies, maximum: approx. 450 EUR/month	Varies, maximum: approx. 500 EUR/month	Yes, the maximum amount is approximately 300 EUR per month, depending on the individual’s income.
Subsidized preschool	Yes, maximum: approx. 140 EUR/month.	Yes, maximum: approx. 260 EUR/month.	Yes, max. approx. 600 EUR/month	Yes, max. approx. 250 EUR/month
Support for newcomers	The program includes language training (SFI), an introduction program, and support.	Free language training and community orientation	Free language training and introduction support	A language training and integration program
Tax benefits are available for parents with young children.	Tax deductions and child-related benefits	Tax reductions for families	Tax benefits for families	Tax deductions for families with children
Competitive salaries	High salaries in healthcare and generous conditions	Healthcare staff receives some of the highest salaries.	Healthcare staff receives some of the highest salaries.	Competitive salaries in healthcare
Work-life balance	40-hour work week, generous vacation	37.5-hour work week, generous vacation	37-hour work week, generous vacation	37.5-hour work week, generous vacation
Social security and quality of life	The system offers high social security benefits, which include comprehensive social insurance.	A strong social security and welfare system	Comprehensive social insurance and high quality of life	High social security and comprehensive welfare
Unemployment benefits	The basic benefit is approximately 80% of the salary, with a maximum of 110 EUR per day; income insurance is available up to 90% of the salary through the union.	The annual salary is approximately 60% of the previous salary, with a maximum of 5,500 EUR; the union provides income insurance up to 80%.	Approx. 90% of previous salary, max. approx. 2,200 EUR/month; income insurance via union	The monthly income is approximately 70% of the previous salary, with a maximum of 2,100 EUR; you can obtain income insurance through your union.
Life expectancy	The life expectancy is approximately 83 years, which is high compared to other EU countries.	The life expectancy is approximately 83 years, which is high compared to other EU countries.	The life expectancy is approximately 81 years, which is high compared to other EU countries.	The life expectancy is approximately 82 years, which is high compared to other EU countries.
Cultural and social well-being	There is subsidized access to culture, sports, and activities.	Subsidized access to culture and activities	Subsidized access to culture and leisure	Subsidized access to culture and leisure
Well-being and happiness	Focus on balance and health, among the happiest in the world.	The well-being index is high, ranking among the highest globally.	Among the happiest in the world	Among the happiest in the world
Gender equality and inclusion	Yes, strong focus	Yes, strong focus	Yes, strong focus	Yes, strong focus
Safety and security	Yes, low crime rate	Yes. High safety for families.	Yes, low crime rate	Yes, low crime rate