Work in Sweden for a company in Czechia

Can I live in Sweden and work remotely for a company in Czechia?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Can you work from home?
  2. Can you work from another country?
  3. Can you work in the Czech Republic?
  4. Can you work in Sweden?
  5. Can you live in Sweden?
  6. Can you travel to the Czech Republic?

How to find remote work in Czechia while living in Sweden?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Czechia even though you are located in Sweden. For that we recommend to find a job in Czechia and then apply for the job via email or phone call.

This is the most common way to get remote work in Czechia.

But what if you are located in Sweden and want to find a job in Czechia?
Then you need to get a Czech visa and apply for remote work in Czechia.
We will show you how to get a Czech visa and apply for remote work in Czechia.

How to get a Czech visa?
You need to get a Czech visa before you can get a job in Czechia.
You can apply for a Czech visa in Sweden.
To apply for a Czech visa you need to fill out the form online.
The process can take several weeks.
There are many Czechia embassies in Sweden.
Most embassies are located in Stockholm.
You can get a Czech visa in Stockholm.
There are also embassies in other cities in Sweden.
If you are located in one of these cities, you can get a Czech visa in your city.
You can also apply for a Czech visa in your city.
But you need to find an embassy in your city.

How to get paid in Sweden when working remotely for a corporation in Czechia?

You can get paid in Sweden even if you are working for a company in Czechia, however , you need to work in Sweden. If you work for a company in Czechia, and you want to get paid in Sweden, you need to do the following.

  1. Apply for a Swedish Social Security Number
    If you are a citizen of a European Union (EU) country, you can get a Swedish Social Security Number (SSN) by filling out a form and sending it to the Swedish Social Insurance Agency (SSIA). You can apply for a Swedish SSN online, or you can apply in person at a Social Insurance office.
    If you are a citizen of a non-EU country, you need to apply for a Swedish SSN in Sweden.
  2. Apply for a Swedish Employment Visa
    If you want to work in Sweden, you need to apply for a Swedish Employment Visa (EÅ). You can apply for a Swedish Employment Visa in Sweden or online.
  3. Apply for a Swedish Residence Permit
    If you want to stay in Sweden, you need to apply for a Swedish Residence Permit (SEÅ). You can apply for a Swedish Residence Permit in Sweden or online.
  4. Apply for a Swedish Tax Residence Permit
    If you want to live in Sweden and work in Sweden, you need to apply for a Swedish Tax Residence Permit (SEÅ). You can apply for a Swedish Tax Residence Permit in Sweden or online.

How do taxes work in Sweden if I’m working remotely for a company Sweden?

When working remotely in Sweden for a firm based in Czechia, taxes might be tricky, therefore I’d like to know how to do it.

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I’m a freelancer, and I’m not a resident in Sweden. I’m not a Swedish citizen, but I’m a resident in Sweden.
I have to pay taxes in Sweden, but I’m not a resident there. I’m a Swedish citizen, but I’m not living in Sweden.
I’m not a Swedish resident, but I’m a resident in Sweden.
I’m a Swedish resident, but I’m not working there.