Money & duty free for Sweden
Exchange rates:
Swedish KronaC$1 = kr7
€1 = kr9.76
£1 = kr11.62
US$1 = kr9.38
Currency & Money
Swedish Krona (SEK; symbol kr) = 100 öre. Notes are in denominations of kr1,000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of kr10, 5, 2 and 1.
Sweden is largely cashless, and credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops and public transport. Visa and Mastercard are the most commonly accepted cards, while American Express is less widely used.
Contactless payments and mobile payment services are popular, and some businesses no longer accept cash. Visitors should carry a card suitable for international transactions rather than relying on cash alone.
ATMs, known locally as Bankomat, are available in cities and towns, although they are becoming less common as cash usage declines. Most accept international cards, but withdrawal fees may apply. Travellers visiting remote areas should check the availability of cash machines beforehand.
There are no restrictions on the amount of local or foreign currency that may be brought into or taken out of Sweden. However, travellers carrying cash or equivalent assets worth €10,000 or more must declare them to Swedish Customs when entering or leaving the country, including when travelling between Sweden and another EU member state.
Foreign currency can be exchanged at bureaux de change, including FOREX, and at selected banks. Exchange facilities are available in major cities and at some airports, although they are less common in smaller towns. As card payments are widely accepted, visitors generally have little need to exchange large amounts of cash. Euros are not generally accepted for everyday purchases.
Sweden duty free
Sweden's duty-free allowance for travellers arriving from within the EU:
If you are travelling from another EU country, you can bring goods into Sweden for personal use without paying customs duty or tax, provided the goods are not for resale and taxes were paid in the country of purchase. If you exceed the following indicative limits, customs officials may ask for proof that the goods are for personal use:
• 800 cigarettes or 400 cigarillos or 200 cigars or 1kg of tobacco.
• 90L of still wine (of which up to 60L may be sparkling wine).
• 110L of beer.
• 10L of spirits over 22% alcohol by volume or 20L of fortified wine or other beverages up to 22%.
• Travellers under 18 years old may not bring in tobacco products, and travellers under 20 years old may not bring in alcohol.
Sweden's duty-free allowance for travellers arriving from outside the EU:
If you are arriving from a non-EU country, the following goods may be imported into Sweden by travellers aged 20 years and over (for alcohol) and 18 years and over (for tobacco) without paying customs duty or taxes:
• 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco. You may combine these tobacco products provided the total proportional allowance is not exceeded.
• 1L of spirits over 22% alcohol by volume or 2L of fortified wine or other qualifying alcoholic beverages not exceeding 22% alcohol by volume.
• 4L of wine.
• 16L of beer.
• Other goods up to the value of SEK 5,000 for travellers arriving by air or ferry, or SEK 3,500 for other travellers.
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
The import of illegal drugs and narcotics is prohibited. Firearms, ammunition, certain knives and other dangerous weapons are subject to strict controls and may require permits. Restrictions also apply to medicines, particularly those containing controlled substances, and travellers should carry prescriptions or medical documentation where necessary.
Meat and dairy products from most countries outside the EU are prohibited, with certain exceptions. Plants, seeds, fresh fruit and vegetables may require phytosanitary certificates or be prohibited, depending on their origin. Endangered animals and plants, and products derived from them, are subject to CITES regulations and may require permits.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
The export of illegal drugs is prohibited, while firearms, ammunition and certain other weapons require authorisation. Restrictions also apply to endangered animals and plants, products derived from protected species, and certain cultural objects or antiques.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
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