How is SFI useful for immigrants?

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HOW SFI STOCKHOLM
CAN BE BENEFICIAL FOR IMMIGRANTS
It is important to learn the local language if
one plans on settling in a new country. Though
citizens of Scandinavian countries like Sweden do
speak English, the primary language of
communication is Swedish. To integrate properly
into Swedish society it is important to know the
language. This is why immigrants should sign up
for a SFI course. Swedish for Immigrants (SFI) is
a free language course offered by the government
of Sweden, to immigrants. The course aims to
teach basic written and spoken Swedish
communication skills.
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TIMING
All schools that offer SFI courses provide
lessons during the day and during evening hours.
Daytime courses require a commitment of 15-20 hrs
each week. Evening courses take up around 6 hours
each week. Some schools have the option of
distance learning. This gives immigrants the
option to learn and work at the same time.  
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ELIGIBILITY
Immigrants need to contact the municipality that
they are living in to find out if they are
eligible to apply for an SFI course. For instance
someone who is registered with the Stockholm
municipality will have to contact them and find
out where SFI Stockholm courses are available. To
be eligible for these free courses immigrants
must have a residence permit and be at least 16
years of age. Immigrants will also require their
full national registration number.  
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CIVIC ORIENTATION
Civic orientation is a topic that is covered in
SFI courses. The subject is designed to help new
comers understand Swedish society and how it
works. The course makes it easier for immigrants
to settle into work and societal settings in
Sweden.  
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w-in-sweden-sfi-och-integration/