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Questions and answers about Sweden

Short answers to the questions people ask before and during a trip to Sweden, and when they move here: entry, money, transport, food, nature, housing and work. Every answer comes with sources and the date it was last checked.

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Before the trip

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  • Which weather apps do people use in Sweden?

    Two weather apps with official information behind them are SMHI väder, from the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute, and Yr, run by NRK and the Norwegian Meteorological Institute.

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  • When does daylight saving time end in Sweden?

    Summer time in Sweden ends on the last Sunday in October, which in 2026 was 25 October, when clocks went back from 03:00 to 02:00.

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  • Do Swedes need a visa for the UK?

    Swedish citizens do not need a visa for a visit to the UK, but they must get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel.

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  • Can you take snus abroad?

    Whether you can take snus abroad depends on the country you enter, since the EU bans its sale everywhere except Sweden.

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  • Can you take snus to the USA?

    Snus is not a simple carry-on item for the USA, because the FDA says tobacco products brought in for personal use are not exempt from US import requirements.

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  • Is snus allowed in France?

    France has banned tobacco-free white snus (nicotine pouches) since 1 April 2026, including importing, carrying and using it, while the ban does not cover brown snus with tobacco.

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