Umeå: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Umeå is a city in northeast Sweden. It is the seat of Umeå Municipality and the capital of Västerbotten County.

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Now in the cityUmeå+3°CPartly cloudy · sunrise 07:25 AMupdated 05:29 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange ratekr 9.76per 1 $SEK — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information on European Entry-Exit System (EES) (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Exercise increased caution in Sweden due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Sweden. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory