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Sweden Travel Safety Guide

Last updated: 2026-03-11

What are the emergency numbers in Sweden?

Sweden emergency numbers: 112 (Police), 112 (Ambulance), 112 (Fire Department).

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Is Sweden safe for travelers?

Pickpockets often target tourists for passports and cash in major cities.

Gang-related shootings and explosions have been reported in Malmo, Stockholm, and Gothenburg. Most tourists are not the target, but it is worth avoiding obvious trouble spots and staying alert at night.

What laws should tourists know about in Sweden?

Illegal drugs, including cannabis, are strictly prohibited even in small quantities.

Paying for sex is illegal, including online sexual acts from July 2025 onward.

How is transportation in Sweden?

Public transport is the normal way to move around cities. Sweden is highly cash-light, so card or app payment is the safer assumption.

What practical info do travelers need for Sweden?

Plug types are C and F. Voltage is 230V.

City Specific Info

Stockholm

Pickpocket risk is highest in busy tourist areas and transit hubs rather than in ordinary residential neighborhoods.

Malmo

If you are out late, stay more alert than you would in smaller Swedish cities because gang violence has been a recurring issue.

Which embassies are in Sweden?

Mostly in Stockholm, Stockholm Municipality, Lidingö Municipality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the emergency number in Sweden?

In Sweden, you can reach police at 112, ambulance at 112. These numbers work from any phone, including mobile phones without a local SIM card.

Is Sweden safe for tourists?

Pickpockets often target tourists for passports and cash in major cities.

What laws should tourists know about in Sweden?

Illegal drugs, including cannabis, are strictly prohibited even in small quantities.

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