Information about new entry/exit system for third-country nationals
On 12 October 2025, a new digital Entry/Exit System (EES) was introduced that applies to anyone travelling to or from Sweden and who is a third-country national.
The purpose of the new system is, among other things, to make travel to the EU more efficient for travellers from third countries. The system registers information about inbound and outbound travel, making it easier to identify travellers with false identities or passports, who do not have the right to enter the EU or Schengen area, or who have stayed in the area for longer than the period permitted. The system also helps to prevent, detect and investigate terrorist offences and other serious crime.
For more information, click on the following links:
About EES on the Swedish Police Authority website - external website,
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ETIAS travel authorisation
European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is another EU-wide system planned to be launched in the Schengen area. Once put into operation, visa-exempt third-country nationals will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation before travelling to Sweden or another Schengen country. There is currently no start date for the introduction of ETIAS, nor is it possible to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation.
