Sweden Guide: Telephone & Internet

For most people arriving in a new country, keeping connected with a phone or mobile is a high priority. Be careful about using roaming with your foreign mobile - it can get very expensive quickly! Our guide is packed with information on telecom providers, tariffs and tips on saving money on international calls.

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  The Swedish Telecommunications Market

  An Introduction

  The Swedish telecom market used to be dominated by the state monopoly Televerket. However the market has been deregulated and three main companies fight for market share alongside a number of smaller operators.

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  Triple play

  Landline, internet and IP TV

  The three main telecommunication competitors now provide a single broadband package: fixed telephone, internet and IP TV. This is the best option if you move to Sweden as it offers the lowest rates.

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  Mobile phone

  Using a mobile phone in Sweden

  There are three main mobile phone operators in Sweden to choose from. Competition is fierce so it is worth shopping around to find the deal that suits you best. Bear in mind you will probably making more international calls than you used to when in your home country!

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