Romantic partners and some close family members may now come to Norway to visit

Starting 15 July, the Government plans to allow the entry of foreign nationals from countries outside the EU/EEA (referred to as third-country nationals) who have close family (spouses/partners/cohabitants, parents and children under the age of 21, a

04. Aug 2020

Restrictions on entry into Norway (COVID-19)

The Norwegian Government has implemented extensive restrictions on entry into Norway due to the spread of COVID-19.

10. Sep 2020

Embassy closes at 12:30 pm September 10th

The Embassy closes at 12:30 pm on September 10th. The Embassy will re-open Friday September 11th at 09:00 am. Please note that the Embassy is open to visitors by appointment only. In case of the emergency …

03. Sep 2020

Embassy closed Labour Day

Please note that the embassy will be closed Monday September 7th 2020 for Labour Day.

31. Aug 2020

Arrival of Ambassador-Designate Jon Elvedal Fredriksen

Mr. Jon Elvedal Fredriksen is Norway’s Ambassador-Designate to Canada.

29. Jun 2020

Embassy closed Canada Day 2020

Please note that the embassy will be closed Wednesday 1 July 2020 in observance of Canada Day.

08. Jun 2020

June 17: Webinar on Norwegian Business in Canada

On June 17, the Norwegian Embassy in Ottawa and Innovation Norway are hosting a webinar presenting the status and opportunities for Norwegian businesses in Canada, in a COVID-19 perspective.

02. Jun 2020

Embassy to re-open for passport applications only

Starting Monday 8 June the Embassy will be open for Norwegian passport applications only. Please note that all applications are by appointment only.

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Values and priorities

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.

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.

Energy and marine resources

Climate change and the environment

Peace, stability and security

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