International tourists are returning to enjoy the historic cities and natural attractions of Scandinavia, but many restrictions remain in place.
Generally speaking, residents of EU/EEA/Schengen countries can enter the three Scandinavian countries, although quarantine periods are required for some travelers arriving in Norway. Travel from outside Europe is permitted in some cases, although the rules vary between nations
Travel restrictions in Scandinavia
With transatlantic air routes reinstated after more than a year and increased numbers of vaccinated citizens, governments of Denmark, Norway and Sweden have all taken steps to welcome back international tourists.
But fears over the Covid-19 Delta variant are holding back a full reopening, especially in Norway where the vaccination program is relatively slow and a national election is just weeks away.
As part of their entry requirements, Denmark, Norway and Sweden all now accept the EU digital coronavirus certificate. This proves the holder is fully vaccinated, has had the disease in the last six months and/or has recently tested negative.
All entry regulations are subject to change at very short notice. Typically they are updated weekly so check the linked official sources for changes before making any bookings.
Denmark
Latest coronavirus situation: As of July 30, a total of 316,807 positive test results have been recorded since the pandemic began. 2,548 people have died.
Vaccination status: As of July 30, 54.39% of Denmark’s population is fully vaccinated, with 71.92% having received at least one dose.
Entry rules and restrictions: Denmark now welcomes fully-vaccinated visitors from EU/EEA/Schengen countries and OECD nations, which includes the U.K. and U.S.) In most cases, there is no quarantine requirement.
Those without full vaccination may only enter Denmark for tourism if they are traveling from a green or yellow country. A negative test result and a test upon arrival is required for travelers from yellow countries
Norway
Latest coronavirus situation: As of July 30, a total of 137,471 positive test results have been recorded since the pandemic began. 799 people have died.
Vaccination status: As of July 30, 33.4% of Norway's population is fully vaccinated, with 66.13% having received at least one dose.
Entry rules and restrictions: Norway draws a distinction between its entry restrictions and quarantine obligation. Residents of the EU/EEA/Schengen area who can digitally document full vaccination or exposure to the disease in the last six months can now travel to Norway for any reason with no quarantine period.
Entry is also permitted for all travelers from 'green' countries. The color code is updated weekly by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health, although it follows the EU color-code standards.
Arrivals from other EU/EEA/Schengen countries must serve a quarantine period in suitable accommodation. Those from ‘dark red’ countries—including Spain and the U.K.—must serve the first three days of quarantine in a designated hotel. Requirements for quarantine and testing can be checked at the Norwegian Directorate of Health.
Tourism from non-European countries remains not possible. Travelers from ‘purple’ countries outside Europe may visit close family and partners in Norway, although prior registration is required.
Sweden
Latest coronavirus situation: As of July 30, a total of 1.1 million positive test results have been recorded since the pandemic began. 14,617 people have died.
Vaccination status: As of July 30, 51% of Sweden’s population is fully vaccinated, with 78.1% having received at least one dose.
Entry rules and restrictions: Residents of EU/EEA/Schengen countries are permitted to enter Sweden upon presentation of a valid EU digital coronavirus certificate, which must include a negative test result result taken within the last 48 hours. Residents of Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway) are exempt from this requirement and can travel freely to Sweden.
The ban on non-essential travel to Sweden from outside the EU remains in place until August 31. Exemptions include those with close family connections, critical workers and residents of the EU’s third country list, which includes the U.S., Australia and New Zealand. Those exempt must still show a recent negative test result.
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