Moving your family to Scandinavia is a challenge, but the potential lifestyle rewards are great. getty As one of the most controversial U.S. presidential elections approaches its conclusion, Americans on both sides of the political divide are considering their future options. Earlier this year, expat-focused publication International Living reported a sixteen-fold increase in searches for relocation information by Americans. Scandinavia is attractive but not an easy option Scandinavia—Denmark, Norway and Sweden—along with the rest of the Nordic region is frequently held up as the happiest region on the planet. Short working hours, healthy lifestyle habits, a comprehensive welfare system, a longer life expectancy and a societal focus on children are all sure to appeal to American families looking for a fresh start. However, moving to Denmark, Norway or Sweden as an American citizen is not easy. Unless you are fortunate enough to fall in love with a Scandinavian, you’ll need to excel in your field to obtain a work permit and master the local language to stay long-term. The full immigration rules for each country are long and complex, but here’s a summary of the key points. MORE FROM FORBESHow To Move To SwedenBy David NikelHow family immigration works In all the Scandinavian countries, a variety of family-based reasons for moving are grouped together under a family immigration permit. Generally speaking, it’s possible to join your partner together with your children in Denmark, Norway or Swe… Click below to read the full story from Forbes
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How To Move From The U.S. To Scandinavia In 2021
