Firearms, ammunition, or any type of defensive weapon (including CS gas canisters, crossbows, signal and starter's guns and pepper spray) may not be brought into Sweden without a permit from Swedish police. A special permit will also be required for dangerous articles such as knives, knuckle-dusters, truncheons, karate sticks, riveted gloves, etc.
There is a limit of 15 kilos on bringing fish into Sweden, otherwise there are no restrictions on bringing food stuffs into the country from another EU member state. Note that food stuffs from a country outside of the EU can not be brought to Sweden without a permit from the Swedish Board of Agriculture.
Prescription drugs may only be brought into the country for your own personal medical needs. The same applies to medication needed by any pets you’re bringing with you.
If you’re in possession of an EU pet passport you can bring your animal into Sweden. It’s still a good idea to consult the website of the Swedish Board of Agriculture for more information on the subject. Animals and products from endangered species are not allowed to be taken into Sweden.
Since 2007 all travellers entering or leaving the EU with € 10 000 or more in cash must declare the sum to Customs.
As a non-EU resident you can claim a tax refund of up to 18 % on all purchases made at shops affiliated with Global Refund Sverige of 200 SEK and over. For more information about tax-free shopping in Sweden consult the section “Tax” on this site, or visit:
Note that some goods, such as antiques, may be restricted for export from Sweden.