Sweden to lift final entry bans in April as it opens to travelers worldwide

Previously on February 9, Sweden removed all entry restrictions on travelers from other European Union and European Economic Area (EEA) countries, regardless of their COVID-19 vaccination status. On April, the rest of the world will join them.

This means all COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted at the border and people will no longer have to present proof of vaccination or a negative test to enter, no matter where they're coming from.

Until April 1, people who are traveling to Sweden from outside the EU/EEA must continue to show proof of vaccination or present a compelling reason to travel in order to bypass Sweden's entry bans. They also need to show proof of a negative PCR or antigen test (taken no more than 72 hours before entry).

Sweden's neighbors Denmark and Norway have also lifted restrictions on non-EU travelers, though Finland still requires people from outside the EU to present proof of vaccination or a recovery certificate to cross its borders.

On the ground, domestic pandemic restrictions were lifted in Sweden on February 9, including the requirement to wear face masks and to present vaccination certificates to enter bars and restaurants. Tourists attractions such as museums, theaters, and amusement parks are operating at full capacity.