The requirements for taking U.S. depositions in Sweden are straightforward and easy to follow using the Planet Depos checklist specific to Sweden depositions.

Allowing enough time (roughly between 4-6 weeks is ideal) for scheduling depositions overseas is extremely important because of the logistics associated with the scheduling and planning processes; however, Planet Depos is accustomed to handling last-minute coverage.

Counsel will determine whether their witness is willing to be deposed. If so, both parties can agree to stipulate the oath and begin the process of setting up the deposition.

Sweden is a party to The Hague Evidence Convention.  Foreign attorneys are required to provide advance notice and obtain permission from the government to take depositions. If you need assistance, contact the Planet Depos International Scheduling Department.

For specific information, please consult the U.S. State Department for Judicial Assistance.

• Select the deposition services needed:

• • U.S.-trained court reporter
  • U.S.-trained legal videographer
  • Any language interpreter

• What is the location of the deposition in Sweden?

• • Do you need Planet Depos to reserve a conference room for you?

• If not participating in person, do you require videoconferencing services? (If not, please skip to the next item on the checklist).

• • Do you need a location in Sweden?
  • Will you need a location in the United States?
  • Can you attend from your firm’s videoconference suite?
  • Ask about Planet Depos’ Mobile Videoconferencing capabilities!
  • Document Production
  • Do you need assistance with exhibit printing?

• Select your deposition date

• • Start time
  • End time

• Visa Restrictions:
  • There are no special visa requirements for travel to Sweden at this time; however, your passport must have at least 6-months’ validity past the point of your return to the U.S. on your passport for travel to any European country.  You must also have a return ticket and have proof of sufficient funds.  For more information, please consult the U.S. State Department or contact Planet Depos’ International Scheduling Department.

• Make travel arrangements

• • Flight
  • Lodging
    • Contact Planet Depos for information about corporate discounts with our partner hotels+ Car rental
  • Car rental

• Send a protective order to Planet Depos for representatives to sign (if applicable)

• Have you filled out the Planet Depos Standing Order Form? It’s an easy process that takes less than 60 seconds and will let us know:

• • Transcript turnaround time (regular or expedited)
  • Who should receive the rough ASCII and final transcript
  • The number of realtime laptops that are needed
  • Preferred video format (DVD, MPEG1, Loaded DVD, Synchronized Viewer)

• Send out Notice of Deposition to all counsel, your witness, and Planet Depos

• Send prep materials to Planet Depos for reporter’s deposition preparation:

• • Notice of deposition
  • Complaint
  • Subpoena
  • Previous transcript(s)
  • Word index

• Obtain emergency contact information for Planet Depos representatives

• Provide emergency contact information for counsel

Travel safely to Sweden and contact Planet Depos with any questions once you’ve arrived!

Did you know?  The official name of Sweden is “Kingdom of Sweden.”

Planning for Deposition Travel to Sweden

With teams living on the ground in Europe, Planet Depos offers 24/7 assistance for all of your deposition needs in Sweden. Our teams have been covering depositions in Sweden for over 15 years, earning the reputation of one of the leading experts in the scheduling process, travel, and document assistance there. We would be more than happy to share our expertise and guide you through the logistical and procedural processes to ensure a successful deposition in Sweden.

Entry Requirements for Sweden
Sweden does not require a tourist visa for stays of less than 90 days. You will need a passport valid for at least 90 days beyond your planned date of departure from Sweden, and Planet Depos strongly recommends traveling with a passport valid no less than 6 months post your departure date from Sweden. You need 2 blank passport pages for your entry stamp. There are no direct flights from the U.S. to Sweden, so you will need to check any country or countries you pass through to determine if a separate transit visa is required.

For more information, you may also contact the Swedish Embassy in the United States (2900 K St NW Washington DC 20007):

Swedish Embassy

Flying to Sweden
There is 1 major international airport in Sweden:

• Arlanda Airport (ARN) – Stockholm (Arlanda Airport)

Airlines flying to Sweden include:

• Lufthansa (www.lufthansa.com)
• United (www.unitedairlines.com)
• US Airways (www.usairways.com)
• British Airways (www.britishairways.com)

Travel to Sweden
For updated travel alerts and information, please visit the State Department’s webpage at:

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/Judicial-Assistance-Country-Information/Sweden.html

You can also download the SmartTravel App for your smartphone created by the U.S. Department of State.

Staying in Sweden
There are many locations to take depositions in Sweden. For example, beautiful Stockholm offers many deluxe hotels to meet your conference room and lodging needs. Planet Depos has established relationships with many hotels throughout Europe, and we will gladly assist with your conference room needs and hotel recommendations.

Medical Information for Sweden
There are several English-friendly medical facilities in Sweden. Be prepared to present your passport. For a list of these facilities, and additional medical/emergency information, please go to:

U.S. Embassy – Sweden

For updated health information, including health travel alerts and immunizations, please visit Sweden specific website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at:

CDC – Sweden

Money Matters
While most of Europe uses the Euro, Sweden still uses the krona. Major credit cards (some restrictions apply to American Express) are widely accepted throughout Sweden. Please note, in order to use your credit card for payment or to withdraw cash, your card must have a chip and PIN. Older magnetic-stripe credit cards won’t work. ATMs are widely available.

For up-to-date information on the local conversion rate, please visit a reputable currency converter website such as http://www.oanda.com/currency/converter/ which also offers an app for smartphones.

Weather
Sweden has a generally temperate climate. Areas above the Arctic Circle enjoy invigorating winters! In the southern regions, winters are milder, with temperatures in the mid 30’s. Winter nights are long due to Sweden’s latitude. Summers are pleasant, with low humidity and relatively lower temperatures. Summer days are longer, because of the high latitude.

Websites to visit
Embassy of the United States in Sweden

U.S. Embassy – Sweden

Interesting Fact about Sweden
The zipper was invented by a Swede.