Compare Sweden banks based on your needs

Contact one of the major Swedish institutions based on the kind of service you need. However, be assured that the primary Sweden commercial banks will meet all of your general commercial and personal banking needs and may be the only stop you must make when banking in Sweden. An advantage of these Swedish bank institutions is that they all have English-speaking staffs and English-language web sites.

I recommend: The primary universal banks in Sweden are Nordea, Swedbank and SEB. I recommend these banks for all of your general Sweden commercial banking needs. Take out mortgages through the mortgage arm of Swedbank. Finally, obtain commercial financing through Kommuninvest or Landshypotek.

Evaluate foreign banks that conduct commercial banking in Sweden

Don't forget the large, reputable foreign banks who have presence in Sweden. Corporate banking in Sweden is conducted through these banks as well. Consider these options when conducting business both in Sweden and the larger European theater.

I recommend: Contact Danske Bank Sweden to compare services with Sweden banks.

Check with both US and Swedish agencies to ask about Swedish commercial banking

Both Federal and Swedish institutions can answer your questions when you consider Sweden commercial banking.

I recommend: Contact the U.S. Commercial Service, which provides a wealth of knowledge about banking in Sweden, including lists of U.S. subsidiaries doing business in Sweden, helpful tips about selling into Sweden and information about fair trade.

Consider investing with Sweden banks

The variety and number of mutual funds has increased dramatically in Sweden in recent years. Consider the more than 70 fund management companies when looking for an investment. These fund managers are often a branch of the universal banks mentioned above.

I recommend: Check out Swedbank Robur, named Fund Manager of the Year for 2007.