New information on covid-19 risk groups
In a new report, the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare (“Socialstyrelsen”) identifies the groups most at risk of being especially seriously affected if they contract...
Negative Covid-19 test required for entry from China
The government is now introducing temporary entry restrictions on travel from China. This means that travellers from China must present a certificate for a negative Covid-19 test...
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...
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.
Travel advisory changes
After 12 August, the advisory concerning unnecessary travel to Liechtenstein and Austria will be lifted.
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.