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Sweden
VERIFIED · MAY 202622 ENTRIESEUROPE
Sweden is in Europe. Review the laws below before your trip. Country pages link to official sources, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
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Strictest drug laws in Europe. Cannabis = criminal record even for small amounts.
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- Even residual cannabis from use weeks earlier in another country can register on a Swedish drug-driving test and lead to charges.
- Snus is sold openly but exporting it to most EU countries is illegal under EU rules, despite its Swedish-domestic legality.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Drug law applies a zero-tolerance standard for any detectable THC in blood while driving, with no medical exception.
- Systembolaget holds the retail alcohol monopoly and closes early on Saturdays — alcohol over 3.5% ABV is unavailable elsewhere.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.