Sweden
The laws most likely to catch a visitor off guard. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Swedish law enforcement has zero tolerance for all illegal drugs; penalties for possession, use, or trafficking are strict.
Imprisonment, fines, deportation, and/or ban from re-entering Sweden.
§ US State Dept — SwedenCannabis
Marijuana in all forms, including CBD products, is illegal to bring into or possess in Sweden; law enforcement has zero tolerance.
Imprisonment, fines, deportation, and/or a ban from re-entering Sweden.
§ US State Dept — SwedenMedications
Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription (up to a 3-month supply) and verify legality with Sweden's Medical Products Agency; shipping drugs to Sweden is prohibited.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — SwedenCustoms & Cash
Declare EUR 10,000 or more (or equivalent) when traveling between Sweden and any non-EU country; no declaration needed between EU countries.
Fine if not declared or if wrong information provided.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — SwedenDriving
Winter tires are mandatory in Sweden between December 1 and March 31; be prepared to drive on ice and snow.
§ US State Dept — SwedenSweden's legal BAC limit is 0.02% — far lower than many countries — and driving on alcohol or drugs (including prescriptions) is a serious offense; roadside tests are frequent.
Severe fines, possible jail sentence.
§ US State Dept — SwedenLGBTQ+ Safety
There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in Sweden.
§ US State Dept — Sweden