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Buying bangers, fireworks and other explosive goods online
If you order explosives online from another country, you may be prohobited from bringing them into Sweden unless you have a licence from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB).
In several other EU countries, it is legal to buy explosives such as bangers and fireworks. But to bring these products into Sweden, you may need an authorisation. If you don't have an authorisation, you risk being guilty of smuggling offences.
If you are under 18 years old, it is always illegal to bring in bangers, fireworks and other explosives.
What counts as explosives?
Examples of explosives include:
- bangers
- hand grenades
- dynamite
- fireworks
Bangers require a permit
It is forbidden to bring bangers into Sweden form another country unless you have a permit from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB).
Ordering fireworks and other pyrotechnic goods
If you want to buy fireworks or other pyrotechnic goods from another country, you may need a permit. Different rules apply depending on the type of product and the country it is being sent from. You must be at least 18 years old to get a permit. The Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) issues permits.
The following applies to fireworks and pyrotechnic goods:
- A permit is always required when you buy from a country outside the EEA.
- Certain types of goods that you order from another EEA country can be brought in without a permit.
- It is never allowed to bring in fireworks with a control rod without a permit.
The EEA is made up of the EU Member States plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Rules for firing fireworks – MSB (in Swedish)
Is the country a Member State?
If you are uncertain whether the country that you are trading with is a Member State, you can visit the website of the European Union and consult a list of Member States or search for a specific country.
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Here we answer the most frequently asked questions about buying bangers, fireworks and other explosive goods online. Goods subject to special rules.
Special rules apply to some goods. Some goods are banned or may only be imported subject to special provisions. In some cases, you need an authorisation.