COVID-19: Border measures, entry ban extended

IMPACT – MEDIUM

The Swedish government has extended its border measures and entry bans.

Key Points:

• Authorities extended entry restrictions for travelers from EU/EEA countries until Nov. 30.
  • Travelers from the EU/EEA countries must have a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate and have either a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours before arrival or proof of COVID-19 recovery within six months of arrival.
  • Travelers from Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Norway are exempt from the entry restrictions.
• Authorities extended the entry restrictions for travelers from countries outside the EU/EEA until Jan. 31, 2022.
  • Foreign nationals are generally barred from entering the country if they are traveling from outside the EU/EEA.
  • Eligible travelers from outside the EU/EEA can enter the country if they are traveling from an exempt country and have a negative COVID-19 test taken with 72 hours before arrival or are exempt from the test requirement.

Additional Information: More information on Sweden’s entry restrictions, health protocols and exemptions can be found here.

BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

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