Travel advice for Sweden.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Sweden.

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Sweden
Import local currency unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared
Import foreign currency unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared
Export local currency unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared
Export foreign currency unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+/- 0 h

Capital

Stockholm

National language

Official language

Swedish

Language capabilities

English and German

Voltage

220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Opening hours

Banks

9.30 - 15.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

9.30 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
9.30 - 14.00/16.00 h (Sat)

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).

  • Headlights must be on even during the day.

  • CH sticker and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.2 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Regional consular center for the Nordic Countries
Stockholm, Valhallavägen 64
Tel.: +46 8 676 79 00

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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