How much does a pack of cigarettes cost in Sweden?
Who sets the price printed on the pack, what the state tax is and who may buy.
Short answer
The retail price of cigarettes in Sweden is set by the manufacturer and printed on the pack, and cigarettes may not be sold above that price, according to Skatteverket. State tax in 2026 is SEK 2.08 per cigarette plus 1 per cent of the retail price, or SEK 41.60 plus 1 per cent for 20 cigarettes. This topic is for adults aged 18 and over.
Why
- According to Skatteverket, the retail price must be set by the manufacturer or its representative, or by the importer when the cigarettes come from outside the EU.
- According to Skatteverket, the retail price must be printed on the pack, and cigarettes may not be sold at a higher price than that.
- According to Skatteverket, tobacco tax on cigarettes from 1 January 2026 is SEK 2.08 per cigarette plus 1 per cent of the retail price.
Details
The retail price must include tobacco tax, VAT and any other state tax or fee, according to Skatteverket. Only people aged 18 or over may buy tobacco, and sellers must check age, according to the Public Health Agency of Sweden. No brand or pack price is given here, because the price printed on each pack is the highest price a shop may charge for it.
Tip
Look at the price printed on the pack and bring ID, because sellers must check your age. Other everyday prices are covered in daily costs in Sweden.
What may differ
Tobacco you buy abroad and bring into Sweden falls under other rules, as explained in bringing alcohol and tobacco from outside the EU.
Common misconception
Each shop sets its own price for a pack of cigarettes.
What actually happens
According to Skatteverket, the retail price is set by the manufacturer or its representative, or by the importer, and printed on the pack, and cigarettes may not be sold above it.
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Sources
Prices and fees change, so check Skatteverket and the seller before you buy.
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