Swedish is the official language although many Swedes speak English, German and French too. The northern Sami people speak Lapp.
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Sweden remains outside the eurozone and uses the krona, which breaks down into 100 ore. ATMs are easy to find. Major credit cards and traveller’s cheques are widely accepted. Money can be exchanged at airports and ferry terminals, banks, post offices and Forex exchange offices.
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The international country code is 46. To call another country from Sweden, dial 00 followed by the appropriate country code - 0044 for the UK for example. Internet cafes are easy to find.
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While restaurants include a service charge, it’s customary to add a tip for evening meals (7 to 10 per cent). Tip taxis by rounding up the fare.
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Most tourists don’t encounter any trouble in Sweden. Use common sense and keep your valuables out of sight, since petty crime can take place in summer tourist crowds.
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There are no health risks associated with travel to Sweden. Medical care is very good, but make sure you have a valid EHIC card as well as travel insurance.
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The electrical current is 220 volts, 50Hz (European-style, two-pinned plugs).
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