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Sweden Travel Advisory

Q: Is it safe to travel to Sweden right now?

The U.S. Department of State currently rates Sweden at Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution. Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Sweden.

Q: Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Sweden?

Visa requirements for Sweden depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.

Q: Is Sweden safe for solo travelers?

With the current advisory at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution), Sweden is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP.

Stockholm

Exercise Caution

By TravelSafe Research TeamLast updated 2026-05-18Source: U.S. State Department ↗

CapitalStockholm

LanguageSwedish

CurrencySEK · Swedish krona

TimezoneUTC+01:00

Exercise CautionUpdated 2026-05-18

Risk Level2 / 4

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Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Sweden. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack without warning and target: Tourist locations Transportation hubs (airports) Markets and shopping malls Local government facilities Hotels, clubs, and restaurants Places of worship and religious sites Parks Major sporting and cultural events Educational institutions Other public areas Review our travel guidance for Sweden to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Emergency

Ambulance

Fire

General

Police

Tap any number to call from a mobile device

Essential Phrases

General

Pratar du engelska?

PRAH-tar doo ENG-el-skah?

Do you speak English?

Ursäkta / Förlåt

oor-SHEHK-tah / fur-LOHT

Excuse me / Sorry

Hur mycket kostar detta?

hoor MOOK-et KOS-tar DET-tah?

How much does this cost?

Jag förstår inte

yahg fur-STOR IN-teh

I don't understand

Jag vill ha den här

yahg vill hah den HAIR

I would like this

Tack

tahk

Thank you

Var är toaletten?

var air twah-LET-en?

Where is the bathroom?

Ja / Nej

yah / NEH

Yes / No

Greetings

Hej

HEY

Hello

Emergency

Hjälp! / Jag behöver en läkare

YELP / yahg beh-HUHV ur LAY-kah-reh

Help! / I need a doctor

US Embassy

Consulate

Stockholm

Dag Hammarskjolds vag 31, 115 89 Stockholm

+46-8-783-53-00

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Sweden right now?

The U.S. Department of State rates Sweden at Level 2 (Exercise Caution) as of the current advisory. Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Sweden.

Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Sweden?

Visa requirements depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker (linked in the Visa Requirements section above) to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.

What are the emergency numbers in Sweden?

Emergency services in Sweden: Ambulance 112; Fire 112; General 112; Police 114. Tap any number in the Emergency section above to call directly from a mobile device.

Is Sweden safe for solo travelers?

With the current advisory at Level 2 (Exercise Caution), Sweden is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP (step.state.gov).

Always cross-check with official sources: travel.state.gov · cdc.gov

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