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Sweden is a Nordic country in Scandinavia with much to offer regarding natural resources, development and economic growth, pop culture, art, futuristic environmental reforms, cuisine and much more! Sweden is a perfect destination for leisure, business and education.
The awe-inspiring roads lead to snow-capped mountains, gushing waterfalls, stunning coastlines and lakes; the northern lights and rocky terrain are what every adventurer dreams of. Sweden is also famous for the following:
Architectural designs - fun fact: IKEA is a Swedish company.
Music - Sweden has produced some of the best musicians, such as ABBA, Opeth, Avicii, Ace of Base and Zara Larsson.
Cuisine – Almost everyone in Sweden has a sweet tooth. The country prides itself on their variety of chocolate and Fika (a traditional break with coffee, cake and other light snacks).
These are only some of a plethora of reasons to travel to Sweden. Before you set off on your trip, ensure that you have the right travel insurance to secure you throughout your journey financially.
You can easily purchase your international travel insurance from Digit online through our simple, quick and hassle-free process.
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory when travelling to Sweden. Sweden is a part of the Schengen zone; hence, to acquire a Sweden Schengen visa, you must have valid Travel Insurance.
When travelling to Sweden, your international travel insurance must have a minimum medical coverage of €30,000, with emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage.
A $50,000 Sweden International Travel Insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹225 only (GST extra). [The cost mentioned here is as of December 2022].
Offers coverages for the most common mishaps that can be encountered on an international trip.
This plan not only covers you for the most common mishaps on your trip but also keeps you protected from each hiccup, so your trip goes just how it should!
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Emergency Accidental Treatment & Evacuation Accidents occur at the most unexpected times. Unfortunately, we can’t save you there, but we can surely help you get the best treatment. We cover you for immediate medical treatment that results in hospitalization. |
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Emergency Medical Treatment & Evacuation God forbid if you fall ill during your trip in an unknown country, don’t panic! We will take care of your treatment costs. We will cover you for expenses like hospital room rent, operation theatre charges, etc. |
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Personal Accident We hope this cover is never required. But for any accident during the trip, resulting in death or a disability, this benefit is there for support. |
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Daily Cash Allowance (Per day/Max 5 days) When on a trip, you manage your cash efficiently. And we do not want you to shell out anything extra for emergencies. So, when you are hospitalized, you get a fixed daily cash allowance per day, to manage your daily expenses. |
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Accidental Death & Disability While this cover has everything like the emergency accidental treatment cover, it has one extra layer of protection. It also covers death & disability while boarding, de-boarding or are inside the flight (Touchwood!). |
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Emergency Dental Treatment If you encounter acute pain or meet with an accidental injury to your teeth on the trip, resulting in emergency dental treatment provided by a medical practitioner, we will cover you for the expenses incurred due to the treatment. |
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Smooth transit covers |
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Trip Cancellation If unfortunately, your trip gets cancelled, we cover the pre-booked, non-refundable expenses of your trip. |
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Common Carrier Delay If your flight gets delayed by more than a certain time limit, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Delay of Checked-in Baggage Waiting at the conveyor belt is annoying, we know! So, if your checked-in baggage is delayed for more than 6 hours, you get the benefit amount, no questions asked! |
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Total loss of Checked-in Baggage The last thing that can happen on a trip is your baggage getting lost. But if something like this happens, you get the benefit amount for the entire baggage getting permanently lost. If two out three bags are lost, you get a proportional benefit, i.e. 2/3rd of the benefit amount. |
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Missed Connection Missed the flight? Don’t worry! We will pay for extra accommodation and travel needed to reach the next destination shown on your ticket/itinerary if, you miss a pre-booked onward flight because of a delay in the flight. |
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Flexible Trip |
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Loss of Passport The worst thing to happen in an unknown land is to lose your passport or visa. If something like this happens, we reimburse the expenses, if it is lost, stolen or damaged while you are outside of your country. |
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Emergency Cash If on a bad day, all your money is stolen, and you need emergency cash, this cover will come to your rescue. |
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Emergency Trip Extension We don’t want our vacations to end. But we don’t want to stay in a hospital too! If due to an emergency during your trip, you need to lengthen your stay, we will reimburse the cost of hotel extensions and return flight rescheduling. The emergency could be a natural calamity in your travel area or an emergency hospitalization. |
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Trip Abandonment In case of emergency, If you had to return home early from your trip, that would be really sad. We can’t fix that but we will cover charges for alternate travel arrangements and non-refundable travel costs like accommodation, planned events and excursion expenses. |
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Personal Liability & Bail Bond Due to an unfortunate incident, if there are any legal charges against you while you are travelling, we will pay for it. |
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Coverage option suggested above is only indicative and is based on market study and experience. You may opt for any additional coverages as per your requirement. Please call us at 1800-258-5956 in case you want to opt for any other coverages or wish to know further details.
To read about the policy in detail please click here.
After you buy our international travel insurance for Sweden, you live tension free as we have a 3-step, completely digital claims process!
Give us a call at 1800-258-5956 (if in India) or drop a missed call at +91-7303470000 & we’ll call back in 10 mins.
Upload the required documents & your bank account details, on the link sent.
We’ll take care of the rest!
Let's look at why you need travel insurance when visiting Sweden:
In Sweden, winters can get unbearably cold if one is not accustomed to the climate. Not just that, you are also very likely to indulge in many adventure activities like skiing, hiking, biking, canoeing and more. Getting international travel insurance is crucial because travel insurance with adventure sports coverage can protect you, if any accident or hospitalization results from these activities. Digit’s International Travel Insurance provides adventure activities coverage (provided it’s for a day).
When you purchase your International Travel Insurance plan from Digit, you are protected in unpredictable situations, such as thefts of personal belongings, loss of passport, baggage loss, extreme weather conditions, flight delays, medical emergencies, trip cancellations and any other mishap that could disrupt your trip to Sweden.
Whilst comparing travel quotes from different insurance companies, make sure you are aware of the following:
The medical benefits available and the Sum Insured limit for each.
The terms and conditions can be tricky and hard to come by. Read the fine print carefully.
The claims process by checking the company's previous claim records. After all, that's the whole point of insurance.
Sweden is the ultimate traveller's paradise, offering jaw-dropping picturesque views and greeneries. From exploring diverse landscapes, Northern lights to ancient towns and rich history, this Nordic nation has a lot to offer. It is one of the top destinations for many adventure lovers.
If you are looking to go to Sweden, keep reading to know about the places and best time to visit, to help you in planning your trip.
You can visit Sweden at any time of the year to experience the lush greenery. However, an ideal time to explore the scenic beauty of this country is generally between May to September.
However, if you are interested in winter adventure sports like skiing and dog sled riding, visiting the country during the post-winter months will be a great choice.
Here is a list of top things to do in Sweden:
Visit the Drottningholm Palace
Experience the mystic Kalmar Castle
Go kayaking
Go on a photography spree at Fotografiska
Explore the beauty of the Garden Society of Gothenburg
Some of the significant places that you must visit in Sweden are:
Stockholm
Gothenburg
Abisko
Åre
Halmstad
Helsingborg
Tourists planning to visit Sweden must apply for a Sweden Schengen visa. Generally, the validity of this visa will be for 90 days, and tourists must apply for this visa well in advance to avoid any delays.
Normally, it takes around 15 days to process the visa application for Sweden. However, in some cases, delays can happen. So, it is ideal to proceed with the visa application while keeping sufficient time in hand to avoid any interruption.
Upon landing at the airport in Sweden, officials will ask for travel documents like a visa and passport. This verification will also include checking other documents supporting your identity. You may be asked to state your purpose for visiting Sweden and show an invitation letter from the same.
All Covid-related restrictions have been removed. However, make sure to follow safety guidelines. Do note, that airport entry requirements can change at short notice.
Sweden is considered one of the safest nations in the world. Some of the essential safety measures to adopt on visiting Sweden:
It is important to check weather conditions before leaving for the Sweden trip. This ensures you stay prepared for any adverse climatic conditions.
Petty crimes are common in most places; hence, refrain from carrying a large amount of cash, jewellery, and other valuable objects in crowded places.
Be careful while withdrawing excessive cash from ATMs. If you notice any sketchy activity, contact the local activities or seek necessary help.
Though Sweden has offered relaxation in the COVID-19 stringency, however, tourists visiting the country must abide by the prevailing health guidelines.
Avoid booking hotel accommodations from third-party websites as there may be discrimination in prices for the same room.
Always stay updated with government guidelines and rules.
Be aware of taxi scams.
Check the price of drinks before ordering in a bar or pub as they tend to be quite expensive.
Furthermore, you need to get international travel insurance to safeguard your monetary interests. This insurance can cover you in case of any unexpected medical charges or flight cancellation charges.
The Indian Embassy in Sweden is there to help you in case of any complications or problems you face during your stay in Sweden.
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Disclaimer -
Your policy is subjected to terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and policy wording. Please go through the documents carefully.
The information mentioned here about the countries, visa fees and others is taken from different sources. Digit Insurance is not promoting or recommending anything here. Please verify the same before you book your tickets, apply for a visa, buy a travel policy or make any other decision.
