Bringing a Pet to Sweden: EU Import Rules, Tapeworm and Jordbruksverket Requirements

Sweden is an EU member state and applies the standard EU framework for pet travel. The Swedish Board of Agriculture (Jordbruksverket) is the competent authority, and Sweden participates in the TRACES NT notification system.

From EU countries

Dogs and cats from EU member states need an EU pet passport, ISO microchip, and current rabies vaccination. Dogs must also be treated for Echinococcus multilocularis tapeworm unless travelling from another Nordic country (Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland). Treatment is praziquantel-based, given by a vet 1 to 5 days before travel.

From outside the EU

Pets from non-EU countries (including post-Brexit UK) need: ISO microchip, rabies vaccination post-microchip, a rabies antibody titre test (at least 0.5 IU/ml from an approved lab), and a minimum wait of three months after the titre test blood draw. A health certificate in the EU AHC format, endorsed by the government authority in the origin country, is also required.

Tapeworm treatment

Like Norway and Finland, Sweden requires documented tapeworm treatment for dogs arriving from most countries. This is checked at the border and cannot be omitted. Make sure your vet records the praziquantel dose and date in the health certificate.

No breed ban

Sweden has no national breed ban, which is notable among EU countries. Your dog’s breed alone will not prevent entry to Sweden.

Arriving at Stockholm

Most international pet shipments arrive at Stockholm Arlanda (ARN). Veterinary inspection takes place at the designated border inspection post. Keep health documents in the cabin or easily accessible – do not pack them in checked luggage.

Cats and other pets

Cats follow the same rules as dogs (minus tapeworm treatment). Other pets (rabbits, birds, reptiles) have separate import rules through Jordbruksverket. This guide covers only dogs and cats.