Living costs
Source: https://www.su.se/english/education/new-in-sweden/living-costs Parent: https://www.su.se/english/education/a-smooth-start/pre-departure-information
Like everywhere else, the cost of living in Stockholm will highly depend on your individual lifestyle and habits. Here you can find more information about an average student budget and the minimum living expense requirement for a residence permit for studies.
Content on page
- An average student budget
- Residence permit maintenance requirement
- Discounts for students
- Working during studies
- Contact
Students in Stockholm should budget for at least 11,750 SEK per month to cover all of their living costs. Your monthly rent for accommodation will take the most of your budget. How much you pay for rent depends on the location, size, and type of housing. Below you can find a breakdown of how a monthly budget may look.
Photo: Staffan Westerlund
An average student budget
Food: 2,700 SEK\ Accommodation: 6000 SEK\ Local travel: 400 SEK\ Phone/internet: 400 SEK\ Miscellaneous: 1,200 SEK
Total: 11,750 SEK
Residence permit maintenance requirement
For students who need to apply for a residence permit for studies at the Swedish Migration Agency, the living expense requirement is at least SEK 10 656 per month.
Read more about the residence permit requirements
Discounts for students
As a member of the Stockholm University Student Union, you can get a discounts on public transportation, coffee or tea at restaurants on campus, as well as discounts in hundreds of stores and the like around the country.
Benefits for Student Union members
Working during studies
Students from EU/EEA countries and students from other countries who hold a valid residence permit for studies are allowed to work alongside their studies. Note, however, that it may be difficult to find a part time job in Sweden if you do not speak Swedish.
Contact
Last updated: 2026-03-17
Source: Student Services
Content on page