Surge in Money Laundering Cases Detected by Swedish Customs
Swedish Customs reports a dramatic rise in money laundering cases, uncovering 86 million kronor in 2023.
Key Points
- • Tullverket discovered 86 million kronor linked to money laundering in 2023.
- • This marks a significant increase from under 30 million kronor in 2024 and under 3 million in early 2025.
- • Enhanced inspections at EU exit points are credited with detecting more illicit funds.
- • Tullverket will implement currency checks for EU travelers this fall.
In a significant uptick, the Swedish Customs Authority (Tullverket) reported uncovering 86 million kronor in cash and valuables linked to money laundering throughout 2023. This figure highlights a drastic increase from the less than 30 million kronor detected in 2024, and a mere 3 million kronor in the first quarter of 2025.
This surge is primarily attributed to enhanced inspection practices at key exit points from the EU. Stefan Granath of Tullverket noted, "Organized crime has changed tactics and no longer transports cash in the same conspicuous manner as they did previously." The authority plans to implement currency checks for travelers within the EU by this fall, aiming to further curb money laundering and illicit financial flows.
The increasing effectiveness of these controls indicates a proactive approach by Tullverket in combating sophisticated financial crimes, pointing to the evolving methods of organized crime in Sweden.