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The year 2025 marks a significant anniversary for Øresunddirekt, celebrating 25 years of cross-border co-operation between Denmark and Sweden. Starting with the opening of the Øresund Bridge in 2000, Øresunddirekt has played a central role in making life easier for people and businesses in the Øresund region.

Sweden and Denmark have signed a new Øresund agreement that camer into effect on 29 December 2024. The agreement applies to tax on income from the income year 2025 (annual assessment 2026).

Commute from Sweden to Denmark Information for those who commute by car, motorcycle, ferry or train and want to know more about border controls or traffic rules.

If you want to apply for jobs in Sweden, you can find vacant posts in vacancy banks, check company websites or send an unsolicited application. You can find more tips on how to find your dream job in Sweden here.

Øresunddirekt has in recent times experienced an increasing amount of non-EU citizens living in Denmark and working in Sweden without a proper work permit. This may cause consequences for both the worker and the hiring company.

When you work in Sweden, you pay Swedish tax on your salary. As a daily commuter, you are usually taxed according to the SINK tax scheme, but you can choose to be taxed according to the standard Swedish income tax rules. If you do not already have a Swedish personal identity number, you will also need a coordination number, which you can apply for at the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket).