INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS
See a doctor in Sweden without a personnummer
Can I see a doctor in Sweden without a personnummer or BankID?
Yes. Private clinics don’t need a personnummer or BankID. At Mindr you can see an English-speaking doctor online through TouristDr for 2,500 SEK, or at our clinics in central Gothenburg (Kyrkogatan 44) and Stockholm (Kammakargatan 66) for 3,200 SEK, usually on the same day. The receipt and documents for your insurance are included.
Public healthcare in Sweden is built around the personnummer and BankID. You need them to book through 1177, to register at a vårdcentral and to use most digital health services. Private care works differently: you book with your name and phone number, show your passport or ID at the visit, and pay directly.
This page explains your options, what they cost and how to book. If you need a doctor now, send a booking request. During opening hours we usually reply within 15 minutes.
Why International Patients Struggle to Access Swedish Healthcare
Sweden’s public healthcare system is among the most developed in the world, but it is built around a digital identity infrastructure that most international visitors simply cannot access. At the centre of this system is the personnummer — a unique national identification number assigned to residents registered in Sweden’s population register — and BankID, Sweden’s primary digital ID tool, which requires both a personnummer and a Swedish bank account.
Without these, you cannot book appointments through 1177.se, cannot access the digital patient portal, and in many cases cannot register at a public care centre at all. This is not a policy failure — it is a system designed for residents, not visitors. For tourists, expats in their first weeks, Erasmus students, business travelers, and anyone who has recently arrived, the result is the same: the public system is effectively closed.
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The Pharmacy Translator
Looking for Tylenol, Panadol or familiar medicine brands in Sweden? Swedish pharmacies use different names, which can feel confusing if you are visiting. Here you’ll quickly learn the Swedish equivalents for common over-the-counter medicines like paracetamol and ibuprofen, so you can safely buy what you need. If symptoms persist or you need prescription medication in Sweden, we also explain your next steps clearly.
TouristDr Digital Care
Need to speak to an English-speaking doctor in Sweden without a Swedish personal number or BankID? Many public healthcare services require registration, but private digital care allows tourists and visitors to consult a doctor online in English. You can receive medical advice, treatment recommendations and, if needed, a prescription sent to a Swedish pharmacy — quickly and securely.
The Swedish Bureaucracy Decoder
Confused about how healthcare in Sweden works for tourists? Terms like 1177, personal number, BankID and vårdcentral can be difficult to understand if you are visiting. This guide explains how the Swedish healthcare system works, when you can use public care, when you need private care, and what costs to expect — in simple, clear language.
The Rx Fast Track Portal
Need a prescription in Sweden as a tourist or visitor? If you do not have a Swedish personal number, getting medication can feel complicated. Here we explain how prescriptions work in Sweden, how private doctors can issue e-prescriptions, and how you can collect your medication from a local pharmacy safely and legally.
How to See a Doctor in Sweden
(Without a Personal Number or BankID)
No Swedish BankID or registration required.
Use our English-language booking system to secure your appointment in under 2 minutes.
Step 2: Meet our Physician
Start online with TouristDr, wherever you are in Sweden. You speak with an English-speaking doctor who listens and takes your symptoms seriously.
If you need to be examined, we book you a visit at our clinic in central Gothenburg or Stockholm, and you only pay the 700 SEK difference.
Step 3: Insurance Claim, Prescription & Recovery
Prescriptions go electronically to a pharmacy in Sweden, where you collect them with your ID.
You get an English receipt and medical report for your insurer, including Cigna, at no extra cost. Follow-up questions about the same problem within 7 days are included.
Frequently Asked Questions About Healthcare in Sweden Without Personnummer
Can I see a doctor in Sweden without a personnummer?
Yes. You can see a private doctor in Sweden without a Swedish personal number (personnummer). While many public healthcare services require registration and BankID, private clinics like Mindr allow direct access to medical consultations without Swedish identification.
Can tourists access healthcare in Sweden?
Yes. Tourists can access healthcare in Sweden through private clinics or emergency services. Public healthcare may require administrative registration, but private healthcare providers offer direct appointments for international visitors.
Can I get a prescription in Sweden without BankID?
Yes. Private doctors can issue Swedish e-prescriptions without requiring BankID. Once prescribed, your medication can be collected at a Swedish pharmacy using valid identification.
What is the difference between public and private healthcare in Sweden?
Public healthcare is subsidized and usually requires a personnummer and BankID for booking and digital services. Private healthcare allows faster access, English-speaking doctors, and direct appointments without Swedish registration.
What should I do if I don’t have a personnummer in Sweden?
If you do not have a personnummer, you can:
Contact a private clinic directly
Use digital consultation services
Visit emergency care for urgent conditions
Call 112 in case of life-threatening emergencies
Private clinics are often the simplest option for non-residents.
How much does it cost to see a private doctor in Sweden?
At Mindr, an online consultation through TouristDr costs 2,500 SEK and a clinic visit in Gothenburg or Stockholm costs 3,200 SEK. Hotel and home visits start at 5,000 SEK. Quick tests, if the doctor needs them, start at 250 SEK. The receipt and documents for your insurance are included. See all prices.
Can expats and Erasmus students use private healthcare in Sweden?
Yes. Expats, exchange students, business travelers, and digital nomads commonly use private healthcare providers like Mindr when they do not yet have a Swedish personal number or BankID.
What do I need to bring to see a private doctor in Sweden?
Your passport or another photo ID, a list of the medicines you take, and your insurance details if you plan to claim. You don’t need a personnummer, BankID or a referral.
How quickly can I see a doctor in Sweden as a tourist?
Usually the same day. After you book, we normally reply within 15 minutes during opening hours with a time. Online through TouristDr, most patients are seen within 30 minutes.
Is seeing a doctor free in Sweden for tourists?
No. In public healthcare the cost depends on your home country, and visitors from outside the EU often pay the full cost of care. At Mindr you pay a fixed price, 3,200 SEK at the clinic or 2,500 SEK online, with a receipt and English medical report for your insurer included. See all prices.
Can I use my European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) at a private clinic?
No. The EHIC covers public healthcare only. Mindr is a fully private clinic, so you pay at the visit and claim the cost from your travel insurance with the documents we give you.
Medically reviewed by Dr Toha Soodhun, specialist in family medicine and Medical Director at Mindr. Last reviewed 12 October 2026.
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