U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
Full advisory →Is Sweden safe? 🇸🇪
Europe · Updated
As of July 2026, Sweden scores 82/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Sweden Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 1 Sweden destination assessed, Stockholm scores highest (82/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Sweden: exercise a high degree of caution.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Sweden destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Sweden safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryUS State Dept · Canada | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 70 | US State Dept · Canada |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 1.1 / 100k | 91 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2024 | 76.0% | 79 | UN SDG Global Database (2024) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 76/100 | 76 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 87/100 | 87 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 2.1 / 100k | 95 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Sweden safety FAQ
Is Sweden safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Sweden Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Sweden averages 82/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 24 July 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Sweden?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Stockholm currently scores highest at 82/100 (Very Safe).
Where does this Sweden safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.