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Many entrepreneurs, including Tesla, have moved operations from California to states like Nevada, Florida, or Arizona to capitalize on lower taxes and less red tape.
The Reality of Living in the U.S. as a Swedish Resident
While establishing a U.S.-based business can be tax-efficient, actual residency involves fulfilling stringent criteria:
Limited "väsentlig anknytning": Avoid having a permanent home, significant assets, or family ties in Sweden.
Live full-time in the U.S.: For example, residing in Arizona for most of the year.
Establish economic and social ties: Such as a house, bank accounts, a business, insurance, and a social hub.