Business Trip to Sweden – A Practical Checklist for Travelers

Are you planning a business trip to Sweden? Then this checklist is for you. Sweden is Scandinavia’s strongest economy, and while doing business here is usually efficient and straightforward, being well-prepared is essential for a successful stay. I have compiled the most important resources – ranging from official entry regulations to local transport logistics – to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible.

Navigating a professional trip involves many moving parts, from choosing the right airport transfer to understanding the local business culture. Below, you will find a curated selection of official links, taxi services, and practical tech tips – such as where to find USB ports for your devices or how to navigate the public transportation systems in Stockholm and Gothenburg. This collection is designed to act as your reliable digital assistant, helping you save time so you can focus entirely on your meetings and professional objectives.

Passport and visa

• www.visitsweden.com/about-sweden/passport-and-visas/
• www.migrationsverket.se/…/visiting-sweden.html

Swedish embassies worldwide

• www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/

Swedish Customs

• www.tullverket.se/en/

International airports

• Stockholm Arlanda, ARN: www.swedavia.com/arlanda/
• Gothenburg Landvetter, GOT: www.swedavia.com/landvetter/
• Copenhagen Kastrup, CPH: www.cph.dk/en

Airport hotels

• Stockholm: Hotels at Stockholm Arlanda, ARN
• Gothenburg: Hotels at Gothenburg Landvetter, GOT
• Copenhagen: Hotels at Copenhagen Kastrup CPH

Airport transfers Stockholm Arlanda

Stockholm Arlanda Airport transfers – Arlanda Express as well as private transfers

Public transportation

• Stockholm: www.sl.se/en/in-english
• Gothenburg: www.vasttrafik.se/en/
• Copenhagen/Malmö: www.skanetrafiken.se/english/ (Use the Sånetrafiken app for train travel across the Öresund Bridge. Approx. 150 SEK one way.)

Taxis

• Stockholm: www.taxistockholm.se/en/ – phone: +46 8 15 00 00
• Gothenburg: www.taxigoteborg.se/en/ – phone: +46 31 650 000

Car rental

Driving in Sweden is relatively easy and stress-free. If you want to rent a car at one of the major airports, in central Stockholm or in central Gothenburg, you can do so through my partner DiscoverCars.

Travelling in Sweden: train connections and train tickets

• reseplanerare.resrobot.se/index.html?language=en_GB

Business culture

• www.sweden.se/work-business

Business Sweden, the Swedish Trade & Invest Council

• www.business-sweden.com/?lang=en

What is now called “Business Sweden” used to be “Exportrådet – The Swedish Trade Council” until 2012.

International dialling code

Sweden has 0046 or +46.

Electrical outlets

In Sweden we have 230 volts and we use the Europlug (two round prongs). This plug is exactly the same as in Germany, for example. Newer outlets in Sweden often have USB ports built in. You will also find USB ports on trains and buses, at airports and train stations.

General travel information

Read my article with 15 essential Sweden travel tips

This list is regularly updated to ensure all links and resources remain current; last check: 2026-05-02. Photo: Swedavia/Wingårdhs.