Entry, passports and customs
Visa rules, the Schengen 90/180 count, the documents to carry and the limits for alcohol, tobacco, cash and food at the Swedish border. For short trips and longer stays.
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Can you travel to Denmark from Sweden without a passport?
Yes, you can travel to Denmark from Sweden without a passport, but you must be able to prove your identity.
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Do you pay customs when ordering from Amazon to Sweden?
Amazon orders sent from inside the EU carry no fees to Swedish Customs, while parcels sent from outside the EU always carry VAT.
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How does duty free work when flying out of Sweden?
Swedavia says Arlanda sells spirits, wine, champagne and tobacco at duty free prices to travellers whose final destination is outside the EU.
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How much cash can you take into or out of Sweden without declaring it?
You must notify Swedish Customs when you carry cash or equivalent assets worth EUR 10,000 or more into or out of Sweden.
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Does Russia border Sweden?
No, Sweden does not border Russia, because its national borders are with Norway, Finland and Denmark, according to the Swedish mapping authority Lantmäteriet.
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Can you take snus to the UK?
UK law prohibits producing or supplying tobacco for oral use, including sachets, and the government's list of traveller allowances does not mention snus.
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Do Americans need a visa to visit Sweden?
No, US citizens may enter Sweden for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa, because Sweden is part of the Schengen area.
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How much beer can you bring from Germany to Sweden?
From Germany or another EU country Swedish Customs uses a guideline of 110 litres of beer for personal use.
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Do I need a visa to go to Sweden?
Citizens of countries on the Swedish government's visa list need a Schengen visa for stays up to 90 days, while citizens of visa-exempt countries do not.
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How much spirits can you bring from Germany to Sweden?
From Germany or another EU country Swedish Customs uses a guideline of 10 litres of spirits, plus 20 litres of fortified wine, for personal use.
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Do you need a passport to travel from Sweden to Germany?
No, a passport is not required: a valid Swedish national ID card is enough for travel to Germany, though a passport also works.
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Where can you apply for a Swedish passport?
You apply for a Swedish passport in person at a passport office run by the Swedish Police, after booking an appointment through Mina sidor on the Police website.
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How much snus can you take to Norway?
Tourists living outside Norway may bring 250 grams of tobacco within the Norwegian customs quota, and snuff is counted in grams.
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Is Sweden in the Schengen area?
Yes, Sweden has been part of the Schengen area since 25 March 2001, together with Denmark, Finland, Norway and Iceland.