Where to get tested for HIV & STIs

In Sweden, both civil society organizations and public health services provide testing for HIV and sexually transmitted infections. Below are the names of organizations and information on where you can go to get tested.

In regular health care

On 1177.se you can find contact details for many of the health care providers listed below, and in some cases you can also book an appointment and send a message if you log in to 1177.se. You can also look up phone numbers using Google or another search engine and call the providers directly.

  • Health center

    A health center can take tests themselves and/or provide advice on nearby places where you can get tested.

  • Skin (dermatology) clinic

    Skin (dermatology) clinics are available both in hospitals and as stand-alone facilities.

  • Sexual health clinic

    A sexual health clinic works broadly with sexual health and often has good knowledge of HIV, if you want someone to talk to.

  • Infectious disease clinic

    Infection disease clinics are usually located in hospital areas and specialize in infections.

  • Youth clinic (for those under 25)

    If you are under 25, there are youth clinics that test for HIV.

Through civil society organizations

Read more or contact the organisations by clicking on the links below.

  • RFSU clinics

    På RFSU-kliniken i Stockholm erbjuds hiv-test samt information, rådgivning och stöd. Du kan också använda deras chattfunktion samt få telefonrådgivning.

  • RFSL

    Offers HIV testing in several locations in Sweden under its own name as well as Testpoint and Checkpoint. The activities are primarily aimed at men who have sex with men and transgender people. RFSL also offers HIV tests at festivals and certain public gatherings.

  • Läkare i Världen

    Primarily targets undocumented migrants and vulnerable people. Offers HIV testing in Örebro, Malmö, Stockholm and Uppsala.

  • Noaks Ark

    Local Noaks Ark associations offer HIV tests in Stockholm, Växjö, Linköping, Norrköping and Malmö.

HIV and STI Testing in Europe

On the European Test Finder, you can find testing sites for HIV and sexually transmitted infections in countries throughout the WHO European Region. Both healthcare providers and civil society organizations are listed here. All HIV and STI testing is free of charge.

Frequently asked questions about HIV testing

How does the test work?

  • There are two different types of tests, a rapid test and a test where a blood sample is taken from a vein in the arm. The rapid test is done by pricking the finger with a small single-use needle, known as a lancet. A tiny plastic dropper tube or the tip of the lancet collects the blood which is then analyzed in a laboratory.

How quickly can I get an answer to an HIV test?

  • A rapid test provides an answer in about 15 minutes. A blood sample from the arm, analyzed in the laboratory, normally takes a few days up to a week.

Can I test at home?

  • It is possible to order HIV tests online, for example from online pharmacies. The majority of HIV testing take place in person. Our recommendation is to primarily use the testing options available in regular healthcare or from civil society organizations as it ensures that testing is done correctly and you get the support you need.

Can I be anonymous?

  • Yes, you have the right to remain anonymous when testing for HIV. However, keep in mind that if the test is positive, the Communicable Diseases Act applies. The requirement is then that the person who tests positive contacts the regular healthcare system for medical contact and further testing.

Are the tests reliable?

  • The tests used in civil society organizations and regular health care are very reliable.

Does it cost anything?

  • No, HIV tests in regular health care and through civil society organizations are and should be free of charge. The price of HIV tests ordered from online pharmacies is determined by each pharmacy.

This page was last updated on May 18, 2026.

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