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Driving — Sweden
What travelers need to know about driving in Sweden. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Driving in the U.S. too?The free LawLert iPhone app alerts you when you cross into a U.S. state where a law you track differs. It doesn't cover other countries yet.Get the free appDriving in Sweden: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.
RESTRICTED
Winter tires are mandatory in Sweden between December 1 and March 31; be prepared to drive on ice and snow.
§ US State Dept — SwedenVerified Jul 26, 2026
RESTRICTED
Sweden'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 — SwedenVerified Jul 26, 2026
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