Sweden
Dating in Sweden for expats, from Stockholm to Malmö
Fika, lakes and long summer evenings: meet people in Sweden who know what it means to start again in a new country. A profile is free.
- Free membership
- Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö
- English is fine
- Many manually verified members
In short
Dating in Sweden is calm and equal: a fika is a classic first date, and splitting the bill is normal. ExpatSingles costs nothing to join; set your city and what you are looking for, and every day it shows you people nearby, expats in Sweden and Swedes alike.
- Who: expats in Sweden, and Swedes who like the idea of a partner from abroad.
- At no cost: a profile, daily suggestions, verification by ID or video and a few messages each day.
- First dates: ideas for Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö below.
- VIP: no limit on messages; the price for your account shows before you pay.
Sweden's companies, from the big names to its many start-ups, bring a lot of international talent into the country, and most expats in Sweden live in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Uppsala or Solna. Dating in Stockholm or anywhere else in Sweden gets easier when you can see who else is new and open to meeting.
Why expats in Sweden try online dating
Friendships in Sweden can take time, so a direct first hello helps.
ExpatSingles in Sweden
Living in Sweden and ready to start dating? That is what ExpatSingles is for
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A shared start
Members have moved countries or want someone who has, so the long winters and the family video calls need no explanation.
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In English
Most Swedes speak English; list Swedish too if you are learning.
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Close by
Your suggestions follow the distance you set.
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Private
Your profile shows a username and the nearest town; your full name and email stay private.
First date ideas
Three first dates in Sweden
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Stockholm
Djurgården
A green royal island a short walk from the centre, with waterside and forest paths and museums such as Skansen.
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Gothenburg
Haga
One of the city's oldest quarters, with cobbled streets, wooden houses and classic cafes for a fika.
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Malmö
Västra Hamnen
The Western Harbour around the Turning Torso, with a seaside promenade, a beach and sunny wooden decks.
Dating culture in Sweden: fika and fairness
Fika, a coffee break with something sweet, is part of daily life in Sweden, and Visit Sweden calls it a popular, more relaxed alternative to a dinner date. Splitting the bill is customary and is not a sign of lost interest.
Swedes value punctuality, personal space and clear communication. Social life usually happens in small groups around shared activities, so friendships may take a while to grow.
Lagom, roughly the right amount, sums up a liking for balance and fairness. The right of public access, allemansrätten, lets everyone enjoy nature freely, which makes a walk or a swim an easy date.
Free to join
From Stockholm to Malmö, start with an honest profile
Set your town and see who lives near you. The profile and the ID or video check cost nothing.
Join freeHow to start dating in Sweden on ExpatSingles
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Join for free
Add a username, a photo and the city you live in.
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Pick what you want
Friendship, dating or a relationship: suggestions follow your answer.
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Show you are real
An ID check is free, or verify in a short video call.
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Say hej
Write a few messages a day for free, or unlimited with VIP.
Dating safely in Sweden
- Fika in public. A fika in a busy cafe makes a safe and easy first meeting. Talk on ExpatSingles until you have met: if someone tries to move the chat to WhatsApp or a similar app, a warning appears.
- Check who they are. Swedish Police advise never trusting blindly that an online contact is who they say they are, being careful about sending money to someone you have never met, and checking profile photos with a reverse image search.
- Stop the payments first. If you think you have been scammed, contact your bank first to stop further payments, then call the police on 114 14, or +46 77 114 14 00 from a foreign mobile. In an emergency, call 112.
What ExpatSingles costs in Sweden
A profile, new suggestions every day, verification and a few daily messages are free in Sweden. Because VIP is not sold in Swedish kronor, the amount for your account appears at checkout before you confirm, and nothing is charged until you have picked a plan yourself. See what VIP and VIP Plus include.
Dating in Sweden: what expats ask
What is dating in Sweden like for expats?
Dating in Sweden for expats is calm and equal: a fika is a typical first date, splitting the bill is normal, and people value punctuality and honest, clear communication.
How does dating in Stockholm work on ExpatSingles?
Dating in Stockholm on ExpatSingles works like anywhere else: set Stockholm as your city and choose a distance, and you get suggestions of people nearby every day. Djurgården is a lovely spot for a first walk.
Is ExpatSingles free in Sweden?
ExpatSingles is free in Sweden for the basics: making a profile, seeing daily suggestions, verifying and sending a few messages a day. VIP costs extra, and you see what it costs for you before paying.
Do I need Swedish to date in Sweden?
You do not need Swedish to date in Sweden, because most Swedes speak English. Showing that you are learning Swedish is usually well received.
Where do I report a romance scam in Sweden?
A romance scam in Sweden is reported to the police on 114 14 or at a police station, after you have called your bank to stop further payments. In an emergency, call 112.
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