Online Medical Consultation for Tourists & Visitors in Sweden
1595 kr | Digital visit
No upfront payment – you only pay after initial review if your case can be managed online
English-speaking doctor for visitors, tourists, travellers, sailors, students and digital nomads staying in Sweden. The service provides travel medicine advice, prescription renewals, medical certificates, diving-related medical guidance and online assessment of selected non-emergency medical conditions.
No Swedish personal identity number or BankID is required. Initial review is performed before payment to determine whether your case can be managed online. The service is intended for non-emergency medical concerns and situations where digital assessment is appropriate.
Start your query (takes about 3–5 minutes)
Price: 1595 kr | Format: Digital consultation (chat or video)
Who is this service for?
This service is intended for tourists, visitors and international travellers staying in Sweden who need help with a medical issue that can be assessed online.
It may also be suitable for travellers who need help continuing an ongoing treatment while staying in Sweden.
Examples include:
- Prescription renewals
- Continuation of ongoing treatment
- Urinary tract infections (UTI)
- Mild eye infections
- Minor skin infections
- Eczema flare-ups
- Insect bites
- Traveller’s diarrhoea
- Motion sickness
- Travel-related medication questions
- Other selected conditions suitable for digital assessment
How to see a doctor in Sweden without BankID
Many visitors, tourists and international travellers in Sweden do not have a Swedish personal identity number (personnummer) or BankID. This service can be used without either.
You can submit your request online and communicate in English by chat, phone or video. A valid photo ID is required to verify your identity, and a passport is preferred.
Initial review is performed before payment to determine whether your case can be managed online.
This service is not suitable for:
- Medical emergencies
- Severe illness
- Conditions requiring physical examination
- Long-term follow-up
- Complex diagnostic investigations
- Sick leave certificates
- Insurance matters
How it works
Step 1
Submit your query for free. Fill out the form (takes 3–5 minutes). No payment is required to submit your request.
Step 2
Initial consultation via phone, chat or video. Together, we decide if your case can be managed online.
Step 3
If you choose to proceed, payment is made and you receive your full medical assessment and prescription.
A secure medical system is used for communication
Need in-person care?
If your condition requires a physical examination or further investigation, please contact a local healthcare centre (vårdcentral) or urgent care clinic
For severe illness or medical emergencies, call 112 or visit the nearest emergency department.
Need medical help during your stay in Sweden?
FAQ
Yes. The service is fully digital and designed for patients who do not have a Swedish personal identity number (personnummer) or BankID. You initiiate the contact via the web form.
Yes. You must be able to verify your identity with a valid photo ID. A passport is preferred.
Most consultations are reviewed the same day or the next business day during our opening hours. Monday–Friday 09:00–17:00 and Saturday 09:00-12:00.
When medically appropriate, prescriptions can be issued in accordance with Swedish regulations.
How to collect your prescrition:
– Specific pharmacy transfer: Since you do not have a Swedish personal number, your digital prescription must be sent to a specific physical pharmacy (Apotek). You can select a conveniant pharmacy location of your choice during the consultation.
– Pick up: You can collect your medication only at that specific pharmacy by presenting your passport.
Please note that some medications (such as controlled substances or narcotics) cannot be prescribed digitally.
No. This service provides digital care for minor, non-emergency health concerns. We can help with conditions that are suitable for remote assessment, such as mild infections (including urinary tract and eye infections), skin rashes, allergies, general medical advice, and prescription renewals. Some symptoms and medical conditions require a physical examination or urgent medical attention and therefore cannot be managed through this service.
Payment is made securely by credit or debit card. No Swedish bank account, BankID or Swish is required.
Many travel insurance policies may reimburse medical expenses. Upon request, we will provide you with a medical report (underlag) and a detailed receipt to submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Please contact your insurance provider for details.
Medical Author and Responsible Physician: Annica Hilbert, Licensed Physician
I am a physician trained at Lund University and licensed by the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare. I have worked in Swedish primary care since 2013. Sundets Läkare is a registered healthcare provider in Region Skåne and is authorized to provide healthcare throughout Sweden. The practice is regulated by the Swedish Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) and holds professional liability insurance through Folksam.
Through Sundets Läkare, I help travellers, sailors, divers, digital nomads and professionals working at sea with travel medicine, medical planning, risk assessment, prescriptions and medical certificates. If you have questions about a service or whether a consultation is relevant for your situation, you are welcome to contact me before booking.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and does not replace an individual medical assessment.