Alcoholic beverages

Where to buy them and when

In Sweden alcohol can be bought at pubs, discotheques, night-clubs and restaurants, i.e. at establishments which are fully licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. Important to note, however, is that not all of them are fully licensed. Some may only serve beer and wine. Otherwise one is obliged to use the government-owned State liqour shops "Systembolaget". There are an abundance of such stores throughout the country and they are easily recognised by the green logo. All kinds of beer, liquor, wine, champagne, liqueur, of all classes, alcohol levels and costs are for sales, as well as alcohol-free beverages, such as; water, beer and wine.

These rules are valid

Age limit. A customer have to be at least 20 years of age.
To buy on behalf of a minor is strictly forbidden.

The stores are open as listed

Mondays to Fridays 09.30 to 18.00 hours. However, in some places like Göteborg and Stockholm, some stores close at 19.00. The stores are closed on holidays, as well as all Saturdays and Sundays, however before public holidays the stores are open seven days a week.

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