Moving to a new country means rebuilding your network of trusted service providers. Where do you find a dentist who speaks English? A hairdresser who understands your hair type? A babysitter your kids feel safe with? This guide covers the essential everyday services you'll need — and how Movinn can help you find them.
We're Your Local Support Team
Movinn staff are happy to assist with any inquiry or assistance you need once you've arrived. From recommending a great dentist near your apartment to helping you find a multilingual babysitter — just reach out. We're here to make your new city feel like home.
Finding a Dentist
Both Denmark and Sweden have excellent dental care, though it's not fully covered by public healthcare for adults. Private dental clinics are common and many offer English-speaking staff.
Denmark
- Use sundhed.dk to find dentists in your area
- Many clinics in Copenhagen and Aarhus have international staff
- Expect to pay 500–800 DKK for a check-up and cleaning
- Children under 18 receive free dental care through the municipality
- Ask Movinn for recommendations near your apartment
Sweden
- Use 1177.se (Vårdguiden) to find dental clinics
- Folktandvården (public dental service) offers affordable care
- Private clinics often have shorter wait times
- Dental care is subsidized for adults through the Dental Insurance (tandvårdsförsäkring)
- Our team can recommend English-speaking dentists in your city
Hairdressers & Barbers
Scandinavian cities have a thriving salon scene. Whether you need a stylist familiar with curly hair, specific textures, or cultural styles, there are options — you just need to know where to look.
- Book through Planway.com (Denmark) or Bokadirekt.se (Sweden) for easy online booking
- International salons in Copenhagen: areas like Nørrebro and Vesterbro have multicultural stylists
- Budget option: hairdressing schools offer discounted cuts with supervised students
- Expect to pay 300–600 DKK / 350–650 SEK for a cut and style
- Movinn guests often share recommendations in our community — ask your host!
Babysitters & Childcare
Finding trusted childcare in a new country is understandably a top priority for families. Scandinavia has excellent public childcare, but private and informal options fill important gaps.
Formal Childcare
- Denmark: Apply for a daycare spot (vuggestue/børnehave) through your municipality — guaranteed from age ~26 weeks
- Sweden: Apply for förskola (preschool) through your kommun — guaranteed from age 1
- Both countries have subsidized fees based on income
- Waitlists can be long in popular areas — apply immediately upon arrival
Babysitters & Au Pairs
- Babysitter platforms: GoMore Babysitter, Cekura.dk (Denmark), Barnvakt.se (Sweden)
- Many babysitters are multilingual university students
- Facebook groups: 'Babysitters in Copenhagen', 'English-speaking nannies in Malmö'
- Au pair programs are popular for longer-term arrangements
- Movinn staff can help connect you with trusted, vetted babysitter services in your area
Doctors & Healthcare
- Denmark: Register with a GP (praktiserende læge) via sundhed.dk once you have your CPR number
- Sweden: Register at a vårdcentral (health center) via 1177.se
- Both countries have free/low-cost public healthcare
- Private clinics offer faster appointments — many with English-speaking doctors
- Emergency: call 112 (both countries) or 1813 (non-emergency, Denmark)
Groceries & Food Delivery
- Budget supermarkets: Netto, Rema 1000, Lidl (Denmark) / Lidl, Willys, Hemköp (Sweden)
- International food stores in most city centers for specialty ingredients
- Online delivery: nemlig.com, Coop.dk (Denmark) / Mat.se, ICA (Sweden)
- Meal kits: HelloFresh, SimpleFeast available in both countries
- Your Movinn kitchen is fully equipped — start cooking from day one
Gyms & Fitness
- Budget chains: Fitness World, SATS (Denmark) / Nordic Wellness, SATS (Sweden)
- Boutique studios for yoga, CrossFit, barre available in all major cities
- Many gyms offer no-commitment monthly memberships (250–400 DKK/SEK)
- Outdoor fitness is huge — free outdoor gyms, running clubs, and swimming spots
Language Learning
- Free Danish language classes (sprogskole) for residents — enroll through your municipality
- Free Swedish (SFI) classes — register through your kommun
- Private tutors available through platforms like Superprof or Preply
- Conversation cafés and language exchange meetups in most cities
Pet Services
- Veterinarians: easy to find via Google Maps; many speak English
- Dog walking services: Rover, GuDog, and local Facebook groups
- Pet-friendly parks and beaches are common across Scandinavia
- Note: some Movinn apartments are pet-friendly — ask when booking
Your Personal Concierge
Think of the Movinn team as your personal concierge in Scandinavia. Whether you need a plumber recommendation, help booking a doctor's appointment, or advice on the best local café — we're just a message or call away. Book a free 15-minute video call with our team for personalized assistance.