No, ticket scalping in Sweden is generally prohibited under the Consumer Services Act (2008:486) and Ticketing Act (2022:1251), which cap resale prices at 10% above face value and require seller identification. The Swedish Consumer Agency (Konsumentverket) enforces these rules, with 2026 amendments tightening penalties for non-compliant platforms.
Key Regulations for Scalping Tickets in Sweden
- Price Caps: Resale prices must not exceed 10% of the original ticket value, enforced by Konsumentverket via the Ticketing Act (2022:1251).
- Seller Transparency: Platforms must verify the identity of sellers and disclose original purchase prices under EU Regulation 2019/1150.
- Event-Specific Bans: Certain high-demand events (e.g., concerts, sports) may impose additional restrictions via municipal ordinances or promoter contracts.
Violations risk fines up to SEK 100,000 (≈€9,000) for repeat offenders, with 2026 amendments introducing mandatory digital ticketing traceability. Secondary market platforms like Viagogo and StubHub must comply with Swedish Consumer Ombudsman (Konsumentombudsmannen) directives or face injunctions.