News for 2026

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Region Gotland: Reduce use of municipal water

Region Gotland urges households and businesses connected to the municipal water network to cut back on water consumption.

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Important public announcement for Östersund Municipality, Jämtland County

Update March 18, 03:00: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.

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The Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar

Due to the deteriorating security situation in the region, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 28 February 2026 to advise against non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. The advisory remains in effect until further notice.

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The Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ information to Swedish nationals in Iran, Israel and neighbouring countries

On the morning of February 28, 2026, Israel and the United States launched an attack on Iran. Here we have compiled information from the Swedish embassies for Swedes who are in Israel, Iran, and neighboring countries. Swedish citizens are urged to register on the Swedish List, download the UD…

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The Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against non-essential travel to Cuba

Due to the serious situation in Cuba, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 12 February to advise against non-essential travel to the country.

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Important Public Announcement in Malmö, Skåne County

Update 22.55: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.

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Important Public Announcement Rättvik, Dalarna

Update 23/1 21.50: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.

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Swedes in Iran are urged to leave the country

Due to the security situation, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided on 12 January to tighten its travel advisory for Iran. The Ministry advises against all travel to Iran and urges Swedes in Iran to leave the country.

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Important public announcement in Västernorrland County

Update Jan 9 8AM: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.

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Important public announcement for Högsby, Mönsterås and Oskarshamn Municipality, Kalmar County

Update 3/1 06.00: The important public announcement has been revoked and is no longer in effect.