News

23. Jun 2021

Elections in Norway 2021: Vote in Advance

On 13 September this year parliamentary and Sami parliamentary elections will be held in Norway. Voters staying abroad may cast their vote between 1 July and 3 September.

29. Apr 2021

Changes in travel advice for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Iraq.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is advising against all travel to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Iraq and has tightened entry restrictions for travelers arriving from these countries to Norway.

25. Mar 2021

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UD) advises against all international travel

To limit importing the Coronavirus, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UD) tightened the travel rules on all international travel that is not strictly necessary.

28. Jan 2021

Stricter entry rules to enter Norway

From 12 midnight, Friday 29 January 2021, only foreign nationals who reside in Norway will be permitted to enter.

24. Jan 2021

Stricter rules for testing and quarantine

From Monday 25 January, people travelling to Norway must present a negative SARS-CoV-2 test prior to arrival. The test must be taken no more than 24 hours prior to departure instead of 72 hours.

19. Jan 2021

Mandatory testing at the Norwegian border

From Monday 18 January, all people entering Norway must take a COVID-19 test at the point of crossing the border

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Values and priorities

Arts and culture

Norway has a vibrant arts and culture sector. Today, as in the past, many Norwegian artists and other cultural professionals find inspiration beyond Norway’s national borders.

The High North

Large parts of Norway lie north of the Arctic Circle. Sound management of the abundant Arctic resources is high on Norway’s agenda. This requires global cooperation based on scientific knowledge and international law.

Energy and marine resources

Peace, stability and security

Climate change and the environment

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