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Sweden information
โน๏ธย General Information about Sweden
About Sweden
Sweden uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
The languages that are typically spoken are Swedish
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (symbol: kr), code SEK.Banknotes come in denominations of 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20 kronor. Krona is subdivided into 100 รถres. Coins come in denominations of 10, 5 and 1 kronor.
Automatic teller machines are common in Sweden. You can usually find them in both large & small cities.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM โ your standard magnetic card will work fine.
Internet speed in Sweden is on average 19.1 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Sweden is very high. Most hotels, hostels, cafes, restaurants and bars have it.
You can buy a SIM card for about 125.89 SEK, which includes 3 GB of data plan. You can choose from 4 telecoms: 3 (Tre), Tele2, Telenor or Telia. Sweden uses GSM mobile networks GSM 900 and GSM 1800. If you don't want to buy SIM card in Sweden upon arrival, make sure to check the roaming charges with your telecom provider before your departure so there are no surprises when you return home.
To call Sweden, dial +, then 46 (the country code for Sweden), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Sweden, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 8 .
In Sweden you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 110-120 km/h (68-74 mph) on motorways, 110-120 km/h (68-74 mph) on expressways, 30-60 km/h (18-37 mph) in all built-up areas and 60-100 km/h (37-62 mph) on undivided highways. Right turn on red lights is strictly forbidden unless an additional green semaphore arrow allows it. It is illegal to drive with blood alcohol content higher than 0.02%.
Road assistance is available at 020 38 38 38 (Falck) or 020-100 100 (Viking). For general news on Sweden's traffic use Trafikverket. Most popular petrol stations in Sweden are Circle K, St1, Shell, OKQ8 and Preem. Petrol (unleaded) gas options are called bensin or Blyfri (95/98). Petrol costs about 13.29 SEK per liter.Diesel option is called Diesel.
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๐ย What time is it in Sweden?
03:10:42
๐ย Do I need visa for Sweden?
For American travelers a visa is not required for Sweden
๐ค๏ธย How is the weather in Sweden?
Temperatures in Sweden (centigrade)
Rainfalls in Sweden
๐ย What regulations are in Sweden?
Health information
Import and export information
Export regulations
There are no restrictions on the export of currency if leaving for another EU country. Funds of more than ?10,000 must be declared when leaving the EU.
Endangered species and products protected under CITES require a permit for export.
Items of historic or cultural interest require export permission from the Swedish National Heritage Board.
Import regulations
Tobacco:200 cigarettes;
Tobacco:100 cigarillos;
Tobacco:50 cigars;
Tobacco:250g of smoking tobacco; or
Tobacco:A proportional combination of these goods (such as 100 cigarettes and 50 cigarillos).
Alcohol:There are no restrictions on the importation of currency into the EU.
Alcohol:Funds of more than ?10,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.
Currency:There are no restrictions on the importation of currency into the EU.
Currency:Funds of more than ?10,000 must be declared to the customs authorities.
Other items:Medicines for personal use. For further information, please visit the Swedish Customs ServiceMedicines.
Other items:Personal items of non-commercial nature worth up to 4300SEK when travelling by air or sea.
Other items:Personal items of non-commercial nature worth up to 3000SEK when travelling by land.
Weapons, firearms and ammunition require import permission from theSwedish Police.
Cats, dogs, and ferrets are subject to a mandatory health inspection at the first point of entry on EU territory. They must also have a microchip or tattoo, and have been properly vaccinated against rabies. A Common Veterinary Entry Document certifying the healthy inspection must be provided with the customs declaration. Pets travelling within the EU must have a valid pet passport. For further information, please visit theSwedish Board of Agriculture.
Endangered animals, plants, and their derivative products protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) may require protected species permits. For further information, please visit theSwedish Board of Agriculture.
Narcotic drugs and performance enhancing substances may require permission from theMedical Products Agency.
Travellers wishing to bring meat, milk and similar products into Sweden from non-EU countries should obtain a health certificate. Exceptions are generally made for powdered infant formula, baby food, and special foods required for medical reasons. For further information, please visit theNational Food Agency and theSwedish Board of Agriculture.
Health regulations
It is recommended that travellers are up to date on routine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (DPT), varicella (chickenpox), polio, and yearly flu shots.
As hepatitis A outbreaks occur throughout the world and sometimes in countries with a low risk for hepatitis A, travellers should consult with their doctor prior to travel to see if the hepatitis A vaccine is necessary.
A hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for those who may have sexual contact with a new partner, who may get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures.
A rabies vaccination is recommended for those planning an outdoor holiday, for wildlife professionals and researchers, or for those who may come into contact with bats.
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is often reported in Europe between April and November. For further information, please visit the CDCย Tick-borne Encephalitis Advice.
H5N1 Avian Influenza has been reported in Sweden. For further information, please visit the CDCAvian Flu Advice.