ETIAS for Sweden

Travel to Sweden from the U.S. with ETIAS

Citizens of the United States do not need a visa to go to Sweden for up to 90 days.

American passport holders can visit Sweden, or any other Schengen Area nation, visa-free for business, tourism, and short-term study.

U.S. citizens will soon need to register with the European Travel and Information System, ETIAS, to enter Sweden. ETIAS will be operational from 2026.

The ETIAS requirements for Americans traveling to Sweden are explained this page.

ETIAS Sweden for U.S. Citizens

From 2026, U.S. citizens need to apply online for ETIAS before traveling to Sweden or other Schengen countries.

ETIAS is a new travel authorization for all visa-exempt visitors. It is similar to the United States ESTA.

To apply, you need to complete the simple online ETIAS application, providing basic personal and travel information and passport details.

The ETIAS registration process for Sweden is 100% online. You’re notified by email once the visa waiver has been approved.

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ETIAS requirements for U.S. citizens to visit Sweden

You need your U.S. passport to apply for ETIAS. It must be machine-readable and valid for at least 3 months after you exit the Schengen Area. Your passport number, issue date, and expiry date must be provided.

You also need an email address and a debit or credit card to complete your application.

Visa-free travel conditions

To meet the ETIAS Sweden eligibility requirements, you must be visiting the Schengen Area for:

  • No more than 90 days per 180 period
  • Tourism, business, or study

You’ll answer some basic security questions to verify you’re eligibility for visa-free travel to Sweden.

How many times can Americans visit Sweden with ETIAS?

You do not need to apply for ETIAS each time you visit Sweden or other European destinations. ETIAS is valid for 3 years or until your U.S. passport expires.

The same travel authorization can be used for multiple trips to Sweden, provided your ETIAS and passport are still valid. Each stay must not exceed the 90 per 180-day limit.

Documents required to travel Sweden from the U.S.

Sweden is a member of the Schengen Area.

To travel to Sweden, U.S. citizens need:

  • Passport
  • A valid ETIAS visa waiver for Sweden (from 2026) or a visa

You only need a visa to travel to Sweden with a U.S. passport if you do not meet the ETIAS requirements. If you’re traveling on vacation or business, you can apply for ETIAS.

ETIAS is linked to the passport, you do not need to carry a paper copy when you travel from the U.S. to Sweden but may choose to do so for your own records.

Why do Americans need ETIAS for Sweden?

Sweden is part of the Schengen Area: ETIAS improves security across the Schengen Area. By consulting various security databases, the system can detect travelers who pose a health or safety risk before they cross the border.

U.S. citizens beneft from visa-free travel to Europe: The new entry requirements applies to all visa-exempt non-EU nationals. Travelers who do not need a visa for Europe must register online for ETIAS.

Information about Sweden for American Tourists

Sweden (Sverige) is the largest of the Nordic countries. It borders Norway and Finland and is connected to Denmark via the bridge of Öresund. You can visit these countries with ETIAS, too.

Known for its natural beauty and vibrant cities, Sweden is a popular destination for American tourists. Visitors to Sweden can enjoy activities such as skiing, hiking, and kayaking in the country's wilderness areas.

The Swedish capital, Stockholm, with its waterways, beautiful architecture, and interesting history, is the most visited city in Sweden.

About Sweden

Capital: Stockholm

Language: Swedish

Area: 450,295 km²

Population: 10,042,928

Timezone: UTC/GTM 1

Currency: Swedish Krona (SEK)

Code: +46

Electric sockets: 230 V AC, 50Hz. Type F also known as Schuko. This socket also works with plug C (standard European plug) and plug E

U.S. Embassy in Stockholm, Sweden

Address: Dag Hammarskjölds Väg 31 SE-115 89 Stockholm, Sweden

Interesting facts and tourist info about Sweden

  • Swedes are one of the most highly-taxed populations in the world. They are generally happy to pay a high tax rate, the Swedish word for tax is skatt, or “treasure”
  • Two-thirds of Sweden’s land area is covered by forest, 280,650 km2
  • The Swedish passport is one of the strongest in the world, giving visa-free entry to more than 120 countries
  • ABBA is the fourth-best selling music act in history, after Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and Michael Jackson. The group has sold over 375 million records worldwide
  • Anders Celcius was a Swedish astronomer who invented the Celcius temperature scale

Medical Information for U.S. Citizens in Sweden

Recommended vaccines:

  • Routine Vaccines
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B

Emergencies:

  • 112 – The European emergency number 112 is the only emergency number in Sweden. You reach the following services, when you call 112 in Sweden: Police, Fire Department, Ambulance, Sea Rescue Services, Air Rescue Services, Mountain Rescue Services, Poison Information, Social Emergency Services, On-call Priests
  • 1177 – 24h non-emergency health advice and care
  • 114 14 – For non-emergency incidents and Swedish police
  • 113 13 – SOS Alarm – For information about non-emergency issues