Upper secondary schools continue with distance learning
The country's upper secondary schools should continue conducting distance or remote learning until 24 January 2021. This is a recommendation by the Public Health Agency of Sweden.
Masks in public transport from 7 January
The Public Health Agency of Sweden recommends that passengers should wear masks when travelling by public transport. The recommendation applies to journeys taken on weekdays...
The Government’s plan for phasing out restrictions
On Thursday 27 May, the Government presented its plan for phasing out the restrictions that were put in place in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Government: Ban on alcohol from 8 pm extended
The ban on serving alcohol between 8 pm and 11 am at venues serving food and drink is being extended until 28 February 2021.
Adapted restrictions to be introduced 1 June
The spread of infection remains at a high level in Sweden. The date on which adaptations of restrictions and prohibitions may come into force has therefore been postponed until 1...
The travel warning is extended until 1 July
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Utrikesdepartementet, UD) has decided to extend its warning against non-essential travel until 1 July.
Sweden is making plans for an online vaccination certificate
The Swedish government has commissioned three authorities to draw up an online vaccination certificate, which is hoped will be in place by 1 June 2021. Such a certificate may be...
About the Covid-19 vaccination programme
According to plan, Sweden's Covid-19 vaccination programme could begin as early as January 2021.
Government extending national restrictions
The Government has decided to prolong the alcohol ban after 8 pm at venues serving food and drink and is proposing more measures by means of the pandemic law.
New recommendation for testing for those who have been outside the Nordic region
Anyone who has been outside the Nordic region in the last 7 days should be tested for Covid-19 as soon as possible after returning home. In addition, special recommendations...