Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Norway passport holders
Norwegian and Swedish citizens share the Nordic Passport Union. The Norway-Sweden border is the longest in Scandinavia and entirely open. Stockholm is one of the most visited cities by Norwegians.
Great news! Norway passport holders can enter Sweden without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa needed. Norwegian ID cards are sufficient. The train between Oslo and Stockholm takes about 5.5 hours. The E6 highway connects Oslo to Gothenburg and beyond.
Sweden is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Norway to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Norway and Sweden share a long border that is entirely open under both Schengen and the Nordic Passport Union. Travel between the two countries can be done with just a national ID card. The Oslo-Stockholm corridor is heavily traveled by road, rail, and air.
How to Get There
Sweden connects Norway to continental Europe by road and rail. The Oresund Bridge from Malmo to Copenhagen is a key route southward.
Money & Banking
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK). Norway and Sweden have similar cost levels, though Sweden is slightly cheaper. Cards are widely accepted . Sweden is one of the most cashless countries globally.
Practical Tips
Multiple daily flights connect Oslo to Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmo. Rail services run Oslo-Stockholm and Oslo-Gothenburg. DFDS and Stena Line operate overnight ferries from Oslo to Copenhagen passing the Swedish coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Norwegians need a passport to visit Sweden?
Norwegian citizens can travel to Sweden using just a Norwegian national ID card under the Nordic Passport Union. No passport needed for travel between Norway and Sweden.
Is there any border control between Norway and Sweden?
Under the Nordic Passport Union and Schengen, there is no routine border control between Norway and Sweden. The border is the longest shared border in Scandinavia and entirely open.
How far is Stockholm from Oslo?
About 525 km by road (5-6 hours by car). Train takes about 5.5 hours. Multiple daily flights take just over 1 hour.
Does Sweden use the euro?
No. Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK). Sweden has repeatedly voted against adopting the euro. SEK/NOK exchange rates are closely tracked as the currencies move together.
Is Gothenburg popular with Norwegians?
Yes. Gothenburg (Goteborg) is about 2.5 hours from Oslo by car and very popular for weekend trips. Liseberg amusement park, the West Swedish archipelago, and Gothenburg's food scene attract Norwegians.
Can Norwegians drive to southern Europe via Sweden?
Yes. The main route from Norway to continental Europe goes through Sweden via the Oresund Bridge to Denmark and then southward. Sweden's E6 is a key corridor.
Are Swedish prices similar to Norwegian prices?
Sweden is generally 10-20% cheaper than Norway. Grocery shopping, alcohol (despite Systembolaget monopoly), and restaurants are noticeably cheaper than in Norway.