About Sweden

Q: What is the Polar Night in Sweden?

The Polar Night is a period when the sun doesn’t rise above the horizon in northern Sweden for about a month.

Q: What are unique accommodation experiences in Småland?

Stay at The Pavilion, a secluded wooden house on a private island, or sleep at Teleborg Castle in Växjö. You can also spend the night in a converted prison at Hotell Fängelset in Västervik.

Travelling to Sweden? Here, we've collected facts and practical information about Sweden. Read more about the Swedish weather, currency and payment methods, as well as important passport and visa information. Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about Sweden, travelling here and how to get around.

What people often wonder

Do UK citizens need a visa to travel to Sweden?

UK nationals can travel visa-free to Sweden for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. However, your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your departure date. Note: The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) has now been rolled out, a digital border system that has changed requirements for British citizens travelling to the Schengen area.