Sweden Travel Risk Level

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism . Advisory summary 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. If you decide to travel to Sweden: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Sweden. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Sweden. Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist . We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage. Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible. Have a plan to depart in an emergency. Review local laws and conditions before traveling.

Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram