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Opportunity knocks in Stockholm
Opportunity knocksin Stockholm

Set up your business in the largest city in the Nordics and gain access to a thriving, resilient market. Our business experts support foreign companies throughout the establishment process and facilitate opportunities in the wider Stockholm region.

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We’ll help you establishfree of charge

We’ll help you establish free of charge

With the right know-how, setting up a business in the Stockholm region is a straightforward process. And we’ll be on hand to help you every step of the way.

How we can help

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Step-by-step guidance

You’ve got questions, we’ve got the answers. We’ll take you through all the steps of setting up a business in Stockholm and provide custom solutions for your specific establishment needs.

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Your starting point

We can provide you with all the information and contacts you need to hit the ground running. Our network extends far and wide thanks to our unique partnership with over 50 municipalities.

Our experts are ready to help

Why set up
in Stockholm

Why set up a businessin our region?

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Close-up view of two modern high-rise buildings in Stockholm against a vibrant sunset sky, showcasing sleek and innovative architectural design.Photo: Visit Stockholm, Oskar Scheller
Close-up view of two modern high-rise buildings in Stockholm against a vibrant sunset sky, showcasing sleek and innovative architectural design.Photo: Visit Stockholm, Oskar Scheller
Reason #1

It’s always smooth sailing

Setting up a business in our region is a breeze. Once you’re up and running, it’s also a safe place to do business thanks to political stability, transparency, low corruption and long-term economic growth. According to the World Bank, favorable features of our economy are its openness and liberal approach to trade and doing business.

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Reason #2

We're geared for business

Stockholm offers the perfect environment to start, run and scale a successful enterprise, from digital infrastructure with the world’s open-fiber network and education and mentorships to a supportive ecosystem with innovation hubs, incubators and accelerators. Not to mention access to venture capital, both domestic and foreign, through a number of venture capital stakeholders.

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Two professionals conversing on a modern sofa in a stylish office lounge, with additional networking happening in the background.Photo: Anna Hugosson
Reason #3

Deep and diverse talent pool

Free universities and a highly-educated population means rare access to top talent. Our strong tech hub and progressive values attract the world’s brightest minds. And we’ve created an environment where they can thrive. With a strong focus on work-life balance, flat hierarchies, gender equality, diversity and openness to new ideas, Stockholm is an attractive place to live and work.

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Highlights

Live and Work In Stockholm

Stockholm is geared for business but it’s also geared for life. Join our region and discover the meaning of work-life brilliance.

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Filmstudio_X9A0427-©Fond&Fond.jpgPhoto: Fond & FondWhy Stockholm is a great city for entrepreneursInnovation is in the air in Stockholm, fuelled by a strong profile in tech and a culture of cooperation. It’s what led to the birth of unicorns like Spotify, Skype and Klarna.Read moreWhy Stockholm is a great city for entrepreneurs
    Stockholm local Lina Thomsgård, Director of Stockholm Museum of Women's History.Photo: Tina AxelssonGreat places to live in the Stockholm regionLooking for a change of scenery? We talk to people who’ve made the decision to swap bright lights for a more natural pace to life in the regions around the city.Read moreGreat places to live in the Stockholm region
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