Language Courses that do not require a personnummer (paying options)

There are also private/paid options available if you want more personalized Swedish language training. Please be aware that this is not an endorsement of those classes.

• Folkuniversitetet offers a wide range of courses all over Sweden. Swedish language classes are offered in six levels from beginners to experienced speakers. Language levels are usually divided into different modules, you can choose between intensive and extensive courses, grammar-oriented courses or conversation. You can do online placement test, which helps you find the right course for you. To apply for Folkuniversitetet language course you do not need to have Swedish ID-number, but you might need visa or passport.
  For availability, prices and information about courses, click here.

• Medborgarskolan is similar to Folkuniversitetet and besides language courses offers wide range of courses/study groups specialized in the arts, nature and technology. All of them are paid and you have to apply to be able to attend.

Medborgarskolan arranges classes in Swedish as a foreign language as a beginners course. Please note, that if you want to apply for a course online, you need a Swedish ID-number. If you do not have ID-number yet, contact the organization and they will help you. For more information about courses date and prices, look here.

This information was compiled by volunteer members of SDCN to help expat partners kick-start their life in Stockholm. We welcome your comments at info@sdcn.se.

Last updated 2017/10/15