Moving from one European country to another – for example from the Netherlands to Sweden – is very common, and this page is meant to guide people who are thinking about taking that step. Whether you are changing countries for work, study, love, or lifestyle, the basic journey within Europe often looks similar.
Emigrating within Europe
When you move from one European country to another, you stay within a shared region but enter a new system with its own rules, language, and way of life. Even if the borders are open, daily life still changes: contracts, housing, taxes, and local habits can be very different from what you are used to.
From idea to new country
Many people start with a simple idea: “What if I leave my current country and start fresh somewhere else in Europe?” Maybe you live in the Netherlands and dream of more nature and space in a country like Sweden, or you want a different job market, climate, or cost of living.
Things to think about
Before choosing your new European country, it helps to think about a few key points.
- Your main reason for moving: work, study, family, cheaper housing, or a quieter life.
- Language: will you learn the local language or rely mostly on English?
- Cost of living: rent, groceries, transport, and taxes can vary a lot between countries.
- Lifestyle: city life, countryside, climate, culture, and how easy it is to feel at home.
Example: from Netherlands to another country
A common example is someone leaving the Netherlands for a country with more space and lower housing prices, such as Sweden. In that case, you stay in Europe, but you move into a new housing market, a new language, and a different way of organizing work and daily life.
Choose your next destination
This page is just your starting point. In the next step, you can select the European country you are interested in – whether that is Sweden, or another destination – and you will be redirected to a dedicated page with practical information about emigrating there, including housing, permits, cost of living, and tips for settling in.