Welcome Programme in Uppsala
Soon you will arrive in Uppsala to begin your studies and student life. We recommend that you travel to Uppsala during our Arrival Day. We welcome new students at Stockholm Arlanda Airport and offer practical information and support at our Welcome Centre in the Segerstedt Building. Please note that we do not offer any shuttle bus services from Arlanda during the spring semester. Information on how to travel to Uppsala can be found further down on this page.
Arrival Days – Spring Semester 2027
14 January 2027
This day is designed to help you arrive smoothly, collect your keys, and get practical support before you start your studies.
Arriving at Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Arrival Desk at Terminal 5
You will find our Arrival Desk outside the customs area in Terminal 5. Staff and student volunteers will welcome you and guide you to the train or buses.
Welcome Centre in Uppsala
Location: Segerstedt Building, Dag Hammarskjölds väg 7
Opening hours during Arrival Days: 10:00–21:00
At the Welcome Centre you can:
- Collect housing keys and contracts (if you were allocated housing by Uppsala University Housing Office)
- Pick up your welcome package
- Activate your student account (bring formal ID, preferably your passport)
- Receive your temporary nations card
- Get shuttle services to your assigned housing area
- Ask questions to staff from the Housing Office, International Office, and student volunteers
Tip: Keep your passport easily accessible for identification.
Arriving on another day
If you arrive outside the Arrival Days, you will need to travel to Uppsala on your own.
You are welcome to visit the Service Centre in the Segerstedt Building during its regular opening hours to pick up your welcome folder and student account information.