Traffic lightsSweden
Traffic rules
Sweden
21. Traffic lights
Traffic lights use coloured lights, arrows or symbols to regulate when road users may proceed, must prepare to stop or must remain stopped. Separate signals may apply to particular directions, lanes, pedestrians, cyclists or public-transport vehicles.
A green light permits movement only when the route is clear and the movement is otherwise legal. Road users must still follow priority rules, turning restrictions, lane markings and instructions from authorised traffic controllers.
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What must a driver do at red, amber and green signals in Sweden?
Red means stop. Red-and-amber still means stop. Steady amber also requires stopping unless you are too close to stop safely. Green permits movement only in a lawful direction, with due care for other road users. Follow the applicable stop line, directional signals and junction-clearance rules.
May you turn at a red traffic light in Sweden?
A plain red signal does not permit a turn. An applicable green arrow permits the direction it indicates, even when another signal is showing. Obey the arrow’s lane or direction and the remaining safety rules.
Can a green light remove the need to give way to pedestrians in Sweden?
No. Drivers must allow pedestrians who entered a controlled crossing correctly to pass. Turning drivers crossing it must use a low speed and give way to pedestrians who correctly entered or are about to enter.
