Living in Sweden while working in Cuba

By Mark 31 May 2022

Can I live in Sweden and work remotely for a company in Cuba?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. You will need a Swedish work permit.
  2. You will need to work for a company in Cuba that has a Swedish branch.
  3. You will need to be able to communicate with your Swedish employer in Swedish.
  4. You will need to be able to work in Sweden.
  5. You will need to be able to work in Cuba.
  6. You will need to be able to communicate with your Cuban employer in Spanish.
  7. You will need to be able to speak Spanish.
  8. You will need to be able to get a visa to Cuba.

If you have any questions regarding the above, please contact us.

How to get a Swedish work permit?
Sweden is a country that has a very liberal immigration policy. The Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) is a governmental agency that is responsible for the administration of immigration and residence permits in Sweden.
You can apply for a work permit through the Swedish Migration Agency. The application process is usually quite straightforward and can be done online.

How to find remote work in Cuba while living in Sweden?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Cuba even though you are located in Sweden. For that we have prepared a list of companies that are hiring remote workers in Cuba.

Cuba is a country with a lot of opportunities to work from home. There are many companies that are hiring remote workers in Cuba.
You can find remote jobs in Cuba even if you are living in Sweden.
This post will help you to find remote jobs in Cuba.
The list of companies that are hiring remote workers in Cuba
The list of companies that are hiring remote workers in Cuba is growing every day.
We have collected the most important companies that are hiring remote workers in Cuba.

How to get paid in Sweden when working remotely for a corporation in Cuba?

You can get paid in Sweden even if you are working for a company in Cuba, however , you must have a Swedish bank account. The Swedish tax authorities do not recognize any bank account in Cuba and therefore, it is not possible to get paid in Sweden from a company in Cuba.

The company that you work for in Cuba must pay you in Swedish Kronor and send you the money via a bank transfer.

How to get paid in Sweden if you are working remotely for a company in Cuba?
If you are working remotely for a company in Cuba, it is possible to get paid in Sweden even if you are working for a company in Cuba.
However, it is not possible to get paid in Sweden if you are working remotely for a company in Cuba.

You must have a Swedish bank account and you must be working in Sweden to be able to get paid in Sweden.

How do taxes work in Sweden if I’m working remotely for a company Sweden?

When working remotely in Sweden for a firm based in Cuba, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have compiled a few tips to help you.

Sweden has a fairly simple tax system, and it is very similar to the tax system in the UK. This means that you can be working from home in Sweden and the tax system will still work in the same way.
However, there are a few differences. You may be able to claim expenses for things like internet, electricity, and phone bills. If you are claiming expenses, you can only claim them for the period of time you are working from home.
There are also a few other differences, such as if you are a student.
Student tax
If you are a student in Sweden, you will have to pay tax on your income. The tax rate is around 20% of your income, so if you are earning a little over $12,000, you will be paying around $2,400 in tax.
You will also have to pay tax on any money you earn while you are studying. This is called study tax, and it is around 20% of your income.