The Swedish church in New York is open every day of the week and in the afternoons it tends to be a line to enter the church.

This is first and foremost a meeting place for Swedes, but all are welcomed. New York is multicultural and has several small communities such as China Town and Little Italy where you can actually believe that you are in each country. The Swedish church is comparable to the Chinese ”Chinatown” in New York, and is available at 25 different locations around the world.

Between 100 and 150 people visit the Swedish church per day and there are 500 people who continually visit the church. Here you can meet and talk in the cafe or attend various seminars which may help to establish contacts in terms of business. Those who start a life as an entrepreneur in New York should definitely visit the Swedish church to get tips and advice from those who have been in the U.S. for a long period of time.

                                The Swedish church in New York

The Swedish Church has become a natural meeting place for Swedes who are active in New York. It is a place you go to spontaneously and can make connections that can be very important when taking on an establishment in New York. Since it is a natural gathering point, a business network has emerged among all the visitors.

The Swedish church in New York also offers a housing forum to seek housing and rooms for rental that can be used as premises for the company. There are several different options; you can search either larger apartments or single rooms in all parts of New York. The price differs significantly depending on where you are looking for your office or permanent resident. An advice is to contact the Swedish church and talk to a professional before deciding.

                                                                             Cecilia Helland