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Where can I go to find emergency/short-term housing?

The Swedish Migration Agency provides housing for all Ukrainians who need it. On average, the search for housing lasts about a month, during which time you will live in one of the temporary accommodation centers. More information here.

You can also use the AirBnb and Booking.com platforms to find short term accommodations.

Can I access public housing or housing provided by the state? How and where do I apply for public housing?

The Swedish Migration Agency provides housing for all Ukrainians who need it. On average, the search for housing lasts about a month, during which time you will live in one of the temporary accommodation centers. More information here.

If you work or have savings, you must pay for the housing you receive from the Migration Board or the municipality. If it turns out that you earned money without notifying the Migration Board or the municipality, you may have to pay housing compensation backdated.

How do I find long term housing?

If the housing provided by the state does not suit you, you can rent an apartment or house privately.

Websites for finding apartment rentals:

You can compare prices at the link.

A platform that allows Swedes with free housing to contact refugees directly - search for free housing.

EU4UA is a platform for finding housing in Europe together with other Ukrainians

A new roommate search function has been launched on the EU4UA platform.

Renting housing with other people will allow:

  • save money by sharing housing costs with other people;
  • have a greater choice of housing;
  • to find friends, expand the network of social contacts and feel supported in a new country.

Go to the platform via the link.

If I am staying with friends and family in the long term, what documents do I need to fill out to make it official? How can I obtain proof of residency?

When granted a residence permit you will receive a residence permit card. This card acts as proof of residency. When in contact with Swedish authorities a coordination number makes it easier. A coordination number is acquired through applying at the office of the Tax Agency unless given by the government at an earlier stage, for example when applying for a residence permit.