Relief for vaccinated seniors
Vaccinated seniors may now return to a slightly more normal life with regard to contact with other people, writes the Swedish Public Health Agency.
Weather warning concerning very high waterflows in parts of Norrbotten county
The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute, SMHI, has issued a class 2 warning concerning very high flows of water in rivers in parts of Norrbotten county.
Fourth dose of the Covid-19 vaccine for everyone aged 65 or over
The Public Health Agency of Sweden recommends that people aged 65 or over be offered a fourth dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.
The Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs advises against all travel to Russia
On 6 March 2022, the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs decided to advise against all travel to Russia due to the serious and unpredictable security situation in the wider...
Restrictions removed on 9 February
Most pandemic restrictions and general advice will be removed from 9 February. This applies to participation restrictions, vaccination certificates and requirements for distance...
Moderna vaccine covered by pharmaceutical insurance scheme
A new agreement has been signed that means the state will bear the cost of any adverse effects of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Changes related to entry into Sweden
The government has today presented a number of changes concerning entry into Sweden. The entry ban is extended for travel from outside the EU. The requirement for a negative...
Orange weather warning because of intense snowfall in Gävleborg
🔶 The Swedish weather agency SMHI has issued an orange level warning because of heavy snowfall in southern parts Gävleborg county. The warning is valid from midnight on Friday.
The Embassy of Sweden on the earthquake on Crete
A powerful earthquake struck the Greek island of Crete on Monday morning. Swedish citizens in the area are requested to follow the instructions of local authorities and to keep...
Ongoing lethal violence
In the unlikely event that you are near or affected by a shooting or explosion, it is good to know what to do. Here is the police's advice on what to do in the event of ongoing...