Sverige

Översikt

Sweden enjoys a developed socio-economic and political foundation that limits the majority of risk to foreign nationals. The country’s long-term political position has resulted in Sweden remaining neutral in regards to global developments, thus allowing many Swedes to hold positions of global importance. Factors most likely to impact foreign nationals remain associated with crime, including the elevated threat of pick-pocketing during the summer months. There is also an increasing concern regarding serious violent crime in the major cities, including the use of improvised explosive devices. Foreign visitors are however unlikely to be targeted.

Sweden manages its severe winters well, however, transport services can be affected due to heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures.

Hälsa, sjukdomar och vaccination

No special vaccinations/immunisations are required for travel to Sweden. Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before your trip. The following vaccinations are recommended: measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis, polio and influenza.

Risk of tick-borne encephalitis is present throughout the country, particularly in Uppland and Södermanland counties, including the archipelago around Stockholm, the islands of Gotland and Öland, and forested areas around Gothenburg.

Tap water is safe to drink in Sweden.

Sweden has available emergency services across the country with a centralised number: 112.

Medical care in the country is of a high standard. EU travellers are entitled to free treatment at Swedish medical facilities, but should note that it will usually be necessary to show your passport and European Health Insurance Card (or EHIC). Travellers from outside the EU are advised to seek advice on the necessity of travel medical insurance.

Pharmacies are well stocked with drugs certified to international standards. They are denoted by the name ‘Apotek’. However, you should where possible bring your own prescription drugs with you.

Pass

Passports or EU national ID cards are required for all visitors to Sweden. These should be valid for a minimum of three months beyond your intended length of stay in the country.

Visum

Sweden is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement. Regarding the non-members of the Schengen Area there is a mandatory visa requirement to enter the Schengen Zone, for stays up to 90 days, for some countries. Seek advice from the local Swedish consular office.

Travellers can find information regarding which nationalities require a Schengen visa for entry into Sweden at the European Commission Visa Policy website.