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U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Sweden: Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism Risk

The U.S. State Department advises U.S. citizens to 'Exercise Increased Caution' in Sweden due to terrorism risk. Terrorist violence, including attacks, may occur without warning and target tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, religious sites, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, and other public areas. Travellers are encouraged to visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism and review travel guidance for Sweden to prepare for a safe trip.

🇸🇪 Sweden1 versionUpdated 18 May 2026

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SwedenTravel AdvisoriesPublishedEffective 18 May 2026

U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Sweden: Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism Risk

What changed

The U.S. Department of State changed its travel warning for Sweden. It is now 'Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution'. This is because of a higher risk of terrorism. This change started at once. It tells U.S. citizens to be more watchful when they travel in Sweden. This is due to possible terrorist attacks in public and tourist areas.

Published 18 May 2026Effective 18 May 2026U.S. State Department — Travel advisories