Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Money
Sweden uses the krona (plural kronor) as currency. One krona is divided into 100 öre.
Cash & ATMs
The simplest and usually cheapest way to get money in Sweden is by accessing your ac-
count using an ATM card from your home bank. Bankomat ATMs are found adjacent to
many banks and around busy public places such as shopping centres. They accept major
credit cards as well as Plus and Cirrus cards. Note that many ATMs in Sweden will not ac-
cept PINs of more than four digits; if your PIN is longer than this, just enter the first four and
you should be able to access your account. Be aware that some ATMs withdraw from your
cheque account without giving you the option to choose a different account. ATMs in busy
locations often have extremely long queues and can run out of money on Friday and
Saturday night. Don't neglect to tell your bank you'll be travelling overseas; otherwise your
account access may be blocked as fraud protection.
Credit Cards
Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted, American Express, Discover and Diners Club
less so. Credit cards can be used to buy train tickets but are not accepted on domestic fer-
ries, apart from sailings to Gotland. Electronic debit or credit cards can be used in most
shops.
If your card is lost or stolen in Sweden, report it to your credit-card agency.
American Express
(
336-393 1111)
Diners Club
(
08-14 68 78)
MasterCard
(
020-79 13 24)
Visa
(
020-79 56 75)
Moneychangers
Banks around the country exchange major foreign currencies.
Sweden, with good rates and branches in major airports, ferry terminals and town and city
centres.
Tipping
Hotels
Optional; a small tip (Skr10 per day) for housekeeping is appreciated.
