The entry ban to Sweden in effect until October 31
The government has decided to extend the temporary entry ban until October 31, 2020.
The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs is lifting its advice against travel to Bulgaria, the Netherlands and Romania
The Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is lifting its advice against non-essential travel to Bulgaria, the Netherlands and Romania. This is applicable from 27 August 2020.
The application for compensation for risk groups is now open
From today, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency is open to applications for compensation for those people who have to refrain from working in order to avoid being infected by the...
Important Public Annoncement for Älvsbyn, Norrbotten County
Update August 12:02 PM: The warning has been withdrawn. There is no longer a risk of gas emissions of ammonia. People in the area are still urged to go inside and close doors,...
Important Public Announcement for Moskogen in Kalmar County
Update August 23 9.25PM: The message is no longer valid.
Exceptions to the 50 person rule are being investigated
The government is investigating the possibility of easing the rule that prohibits public gatherings and public events that consist of more than 50 participants. The limit of 50...
Sweden enters into EU agreement on covid-19 vaccine
Sweden will join in an agreement between the EU Commission and Astra Zeneca for the purchase of covid-19 vaccine. This was a governmental decision.
Nursing home visit ban is extended
The government has decided to extend the ban on nursing homes until 30 September.
Swedish embassy in Lebanon: Swedish citizens should be careful
This weekend there are demonstrations in Lebanon, that will take place in Beirut.
Concerning exceptions to the 50-person limit
The government is reviewing the rules for the number of participants allowed in various contexts during the pandemic.