Travelling to Sweden with pets: Pets such as dogs, cats and ferrets must meet the following requirements in order to enter Sweden: They must be at least 12 weeks old. They also need an EU pet passport as well as a microchip identification and a valid rabies vaccination. The vaccination must be carried out in accordance with the recommendations of the vaccine manufacturer. It needs to be documented and carried out at least 21 days before entering Sweden, provided that the basic vaccination is involved. You don't have to wait 21 days for booster vaccinations. A tattoo to identify the animal is only permitted if it was done before July 3, 2011. The previously mandatory blood tests and worm therapies are no longer necessary - but regular worm therapies are still recommended. Pets traveling with you should also officially be registered with Swedish customs - this can also be done online in advance. The following video explains the entry requirements again:

How much does the city toll cost in Stockholm and Gothenburg?

The city toll is a kind of traffic jam fee and is therefore different depending on the day of the week and the time of day as well as the season of the year. No fees are charged on Saturdays, Sundays, the day before a public holidays and the public holiday itself as well as in the month of July (exception Stockholm: the first five working days of the month July are subject to tolls). The same applies daily for the time between 6:30 p.m. and 5:59 a.m. the following day. Different charges apply between 6:00 a.m. and 6:29 p.m.: they are highest during traditional rush hour traffic and lowest between 9:30 a.m. and 2:59 p.m. In Stockholm the lowest fare is 11 SEK, in Gothenburg it is 9 SEK. The maximum amount per day per vehicle is SEK 60 in Gothenburg, in Stockholm, a maximum of SEK 45 is charged each way (prices as of January 2023). The category of the respective vehicle does not matter.

Bridge toll in Sweden

There are currently three bridges in Sweden where a toll is charged for using them. The most famous of these is certainly the impressive Öresund Bridge, which connects Sweden with Denmark. It runs from Malmö-Lernacken in Sweden to Copenhagen-Kastrup in Denmark. The tariffs depend on the type of vehicle and the height and length of the vehicle. Motorhomes and caravan combinations are tolled according to the total length in the categories up to 6 m, from 6 m and from 10 m. The crossing of the Öresund Bridge costs for cars, caravans and motorhomes up to 10 meters between about 57 euros and 114 euros per one-way trip without a so called BroPass (prices as of January 2023). The fees are paid on site in cash or by credit card. But there is also the option of buying an online ticket in advance, which comes a little cheaper.

The use of the bridges in Sundsvall and Motala is also currently chargeable. It is expected that the infrastructure charge will also be levied on the new Skurubron (Skuru Bridge), which crosses Skurusund southeast of Stockholm, from the summer of 2023. But there are no toll stations here. Similar to the city toll in Stockholm and Gothenburg, the fees for using these bridges are levied through the automatic registration of the vehicle registration number via Epass24. The invoice will be sent by post or paid automatically when the licence plate is registered with Epass24.

General traffic rules in Sweden

Compulsory daytime running lights: In Sweden there is a light requirement all year round at all times - even in summer under the light of the midnight sun. So always remember to turn on your headlamps or daytime running lights. The light requirement also applies to trailers, including the rear lighting of the caravan.

Drink-drive limit: The blood alcohol limit in Sweden is 0.2 ‰. Anyone who “can no longer safely drive a vehicle” under the influence of alcohol or narcotics can also be convicted of drunkenness. There are high penalties in the event of a violation - including prison sentences of up to two years or driving license revocation.

Child safety car seats: Children under 1.35 m need a child safety seat that is suitable for the weight and height of the child. Anyone driving with a child on the front passenger seat in a rear-facing child seat must deactivate the airbag.

Talking on the phone while driving: The mobile phone may only be used in the vehicle with a hands-free device for telephone calls and for navigation. It is expressly prohibited to use any communication devices that you hold in your hand.

Compulsory Winter tyres: In winter road conditions, both cars, mobile homes, and caravans must be equipped with winter tyres that carry the marking M + S. Snow chains or spikes can also be used if necessary.

Marking of protruding cargo: protruding load (such as bike racks) may protrude a maximum of 1 m at the front and rear and a maximum of 20 cm at the sides. If the load exceeds these dimensions, it must be marked. During the day a conspicuous cloth or flag is sufficient, in the dark a white light and white reflectors must be attached to the front and a red light and red reflectors to the rear. Including the load, a vehicle may not be wider than 2.60 m and not longer than 13 m.

Beware of moose crossing: There is hardly a visitor to Sweden who would not like to see at least one moose in the wild during his stay. However, this should not be while driving and being on the road. Because even if the moose population in Sweden has decreased in the past decade, accidents with elk are not uncommon. This is especially true in the time between dusk and dawn. Therefore, you should definitely take the moose warning signs on the roadside seriously and take a little off the accelerator. A collision with a full-grown moose can have bad consequences for everyone involved, as the animal's weight and increased center of gravity are very unfavorable, especially for cars. For this reason you should always try to avoid a moose. Any collision with an elk or a larger animal such as deer, reindeer, wild boar, bear, wolf, lynx or the like must be reported to the police immediately, even if the animal was not injured or killed. The scene of the accident must be marked. This is not necessary for smaller animals such as badgers, rabbits or foxes.