InterNations – Uniting Irish living in Sweden

Would you like to get in touch with other Irish in Sweden? Are you in need of help and advice from your Irish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Irish expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the university towns of Umeå and Linköping?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Sweden or are still living in Ireland and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Sweden offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Irish expats in Sweden, coming from all corners of Ireland - from Cork, over Dublin to Limerick.

Nathan Reed

Nathan Reed

With InterNations I quickly connected with other Canadian members who became close friends over time.

Barbara Melington

Barbara Melington

The best thing about InterNations? Definitely the offline get-together. Meeting other expats in real life helps a lot.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Meet other Irish at our events in Sweden

Attend our monthly events and activities for Irish expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Exibition - A Celebration of Voices, Journeys and New Beginnings
What does it mean to arrive? To stay? To start over? 20 artists. 3 themes. A shared story of belonging. ​Here, Together is a collective exhibition showcasing the diverse perspectives of twenty artists who have moved to Sweden or carry international roots. Through sculpture, painting, photography, a
What does it mean to arrive? To stay? To start over? 20 artists. 3 themes. A shared story of belonging. ​Here, Together is a collective exhibition showcasing the diverse perspectives of twenty artists who have moved to Sweden or carry international roots. Through sculpture, painting, photography, a
InterNations Stockholm Game On: Global Citizens Play & Connect
Let’s skip the small talk and start with a game. This summer, we’re flipping the script on connection—and inviting global citizens in Stockholm to come together through play. Game On is an easygoing, joy-forward evening of games, laughter, and light conversation. Whether you’re new to Stockholm or
Let’s skip the small talk and start with a game. This summer, we’re flipping the script on connection—and inviting global citizens in Stockholm to come together through play. Game On is an easygoing, joy-forward evening of games, laughter, and light conversation. Whether you’re new to Stockholm or
Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch
This time i want to try a new place ,please check the menu before signing up! ✅ This brunch cafè restaurang is a nice place to visit and have some time with new people who like me are always free on Sunday! (...) Protected content (...)
This time i want to try a new place ,please check the menu before signing up! ✅ This brunch cafè restaurang is a nice place to visit and have some time with new people who like me are always free on Sunday! (...) Protected content (...)
Let's Enjoy A Grand Viking Music Concert
Let's Enjoy A Grand Viking Music Concert
Some of us went to a similar concert in autumn 2024 and had a very good time, this is somewhat similar but much bigger, much deeper, a real "viking music experience". This band composed some of the music for the legendary TV show "Vikings" as well. They are originally from Norway and I think you can
Some of us went to a similar concert in autumn 2024 and had a very good time, this is somewhat similar but much bigger, much deeper, a real "viking music experience". This band composed some of the music for the legendary TV show "Vikings" as well. They are originally from Norway and I think you can

Why Irish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Irish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Sports Group
Sports Group
Helsingborg Group
Helsingborg Group

Find Tips and Advice on Sweden from Irish Expats

Of course, expat living in Sweden is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Irish is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Swedish way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Irish in Sweden, residing in Stockholm, Goteborg, Uppsala and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Irish in Stockholm or Irish in Gothenburg.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Irish food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Swedish InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Ireland in Sweden.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Sweden Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get Irish\ stew in Goteborg.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Sweden to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Irish embassy.

From the\ university\ towns\ of\ Ume\å\ and\ Link\öping to south-central\ Svealand, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Irish expats in Sweden.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Irish in Sweden

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Sweden. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Swedish k\öttbullar, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Stockholm’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see Malm\ö's\ Turning\ Torso,\ the\ tallest\ structure\ in\ Scandinavia as well as other beautiful landmarks in Sweden.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Ireland and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Dia\ duit from our Irish living in Sweden!