Cross-border route
Norway Sweden
Norway 
SwedenDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Norway into Sweden, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Sweden expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. The E6 motorway crosses at Svinesund between Oslo and Gothenburg.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromNorway
ToSweden
IDP in SwedenRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in SwedenSEK
Norway → Sweden
Crossing the border
The E6 motorway crosses at Svinesund between Oslo and Gothenburg.
Driving rules in Sweden
- Daytime headlights mandatory at all times.
- 0.02% alcohol limit — near zero.
- Winter tyres mandatory Dec–Mar.
- Congestion tax in Stockholm and Gothenburg.
What to see when you arrive in Sweden
- the Vasa Museum and Gamla Stan in Stockholm
- the ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi
- the Göta Canal
- the island of Gotland
- the archipelago of Stockholm
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Norway to Sweden?
Yes — Sweden requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Sweden recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Norway and Sweden?
No. Both Norway and Sweden drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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