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  • Hazards and Risks

    Hazards can vary depending on where you live. Here are some examples of what you may need to be prepared for in Sweden.

    • Snowstorms and extreme cold
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    • Be aware of fire bans and the risk of fire
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    Important phone numbers, emergency alert system, weather warnings and other things you need to know when staying in Sweden.

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    Here you will find information on past and present disasters or incidents, dating back to the summer of 2018 (the year we started our English translation).

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Published 1/15/2021

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.

Published 1/14/2021

The Government: Ban on serving alcohol after 20 pm extends

The ban means that the serving of alcoholic beverages and alcohol-like products are prohibited between 8 pm and 11 am in order to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

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Vaccine, medicine and treatment

Information and links about vaccines, medicines and treatment of COVID-19.

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Snowstorms and extreme cold

Extreme cold can lead to problems during power cuts and when the heating isn’t working. Keep informed about weather forecasts and weather warnings and be prepared for wintry road conditions.

Foto: Melker Dahlstrand/Sveriges riksdag

National regulations

As of 14 December, stricter national regulations and general advice come into force about everyone's responsibility to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Everyone in society, both individuals and business operators, has an obligation to take measures to prevent the spread of infection. This also applies to celebrating festive occasions.

Foto: Christophe Gateau/TT

Official information on the Covid-19 outbreak

Here you find information to the public from the responsible Swedish authorities about the coronavirus and the outbreak of Covid-19.

  • Questions and answers about Covid-19 from The Public Health Agency of Sweden
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Visiting Sweden during the Covid-19 pandemic

The Covid-19 pandemic affects travelling, accommodation, and other activities in Sweden. Here you can find information about restrictions and regulations you need to be aware of if you are planning a stay in Sweden.

Information about the coronavirus in other languages

Covid-19 information from Swedish authorities in other languages.

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How to book a covid-19 test

How to book a covid-19 test differs depending on which region you live in. In some regions you must book a test by logging in to 1177.se and in others you must contact a health centre to book an appointment.

  • Hazards and Risks

    Local conditions  

  • Hazards and Risks

    Hazards can vary depending on where you live. Here are some examples of what you may need to be prepared for in Sweden.

    • Snowstorms and extreme cold
    • Disasters and Incidents
    • Drinking water
    • Water shortage and drought
    • Be aware of fire bans and the risk of fire
    • Power outages
    • Nuclear accidents
    • Extreme heat
    • Exposure to dangerous chemical substances
    • Terrorist attacks
  • Finding Help and Services

    How to seek assistance  

  • Finding Help and Services

    Important phone numbers, emergency alert system, weather warnings and other things you need to know when staying in Sweden.

    • What is Krisinformation.se?
    • Important phone numbers
    • Verified emergency information in Sweden
    • Emergency warning
    • Weather warnings
    • Swedish healthcare for visitors
    • Using social media during a crisis
  • Disasters and Incidents

    Past and present  

  • Disasters and Incidents

    Here you will find information on past and present disasters or incidents, dating back to the summer of 2018 (the year we started our English translation).

    • 2019
    • 2018
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    Go back
  • Hazards and Risks
    • Snowstorms and extreme cold
    • Disasters and Incidents
      • 2020
        • High water flows in southern Sweden
        • Official information on the Covid-19 pandemic
          • Employees, employers and businesses
          • International travel restrictions
          • Domestic travel and public transport
          • Schools and childcare
          • Children and parents
          • If you would like to help
          • If you feel worried
          • Information and support for relatives
          • Slow down the spread of Covid-19
            • Use masks correctly
          • Common symptoms of Covid-19
          • Risk groups
          • Restrictions and prohibitions
          • The latest information about Covid-19
          • National regulations
          • Sport and exercise
          • Testing
          • If you need help
          • Source criticism
          • Visiting Sweden during the covid-19 pandemic
          • Regional information about the coronavirus
            • Old news from the regions
          • Vaccine, medicine and treatment
        • Support for relatives following the plane crash in Iran
      • 2019
        • Risk of water shortages in 2019
        • Forest fires 2019
      • 2018
        • Forest fires 2018
    • Drinking water
    • Water shortage and drought
    • Be aware of fire bans and the risk of fire
    • Power outages
    • Nuclear accidents
    • Extreme heat
    • Exposure to dangerous chemical substances
    • Terrorist attacks
  • Finding Help and Services
    • What is Krisinformation.se?
    • Important phone numbers
    • Verified emergency information in Sweden
    • Emergency warning
    • Weather warnings
    • Swedish healthcare for visitors
    • Using social media during a crisis
  • Disasters and Incidents
    • 2019
      • Risk of water shortages in 2019
      • Forest fires 2019
    • 2018
      • Forest fires 2018
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