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Here's some travel advice to keep you informed and
safe when it comes to travel to Sweden...
Terrorism
Terrorism is a threat throughout the world. You can find more
information about this threat in our Travel
Advisories.
Crime
Crime rates are low, although serious assaults occasionally occur.
Pick-pocketing and purse snatching is common, particularly during
the warmer months. Pick-pocketing can occur at popular tourist
attractions, museums, railway stations, restaurants and other
public places including hotel foyers.
Local Law and Customs
Travellers are reminded that when overseas, they are subject to
local laws. Local laws and legal processes can be very different
from those at home. A violation of local laws may result in a
jail sentence, served in a local prison. Consular assistance cannot
override local law, even where local laws may appear harsh or
unjust by your standards.
The legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in Sweden is 0.02.
Entry and Exit Requirements
Visa conditions change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy
or Consulate of Sweden for the most up to date information.
Sweden is party to the Schengen
Agreement, along with 14 other European countries, which allows
you to enter Sweden without a visa in some circumstances. See
our travel bulletin on the Schengen Convention, for further information.
Health Issues
Travel in forested areas and the Stockholm Archipelago brings
the risk of exposure to tick-borne encephalitis. Ticks are very
common in country areas and are active from spring to autumn.
Your doctor or travel clinic is the best source of information
about immunisations and disease outbreaks overseas. The World
Health Organization (WHO) provides useful tips for staying healthy
while travelling overseas.
We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive travel
insurance that will cover any overseas medical costs, before
you depart. Confirm that your insurance covers you for the whole
time you'll be away and check what circumstances and activities
are not included in your policy. Remember, if you can't afford
travel insurance,
you can't afford to travel.
Source: Australian Department of Foreign Affairs
& Trade
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