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

Starting 15 July, the Norwegian government allowed the entry of certain foreign nationals from countries outside the EU/EEA such as Canada (referred to as third-country nationals) who have close family or an established romantic relationship in Norwa

09. Nov 2020

Requirement of negative Covid-19 test and quarantine hotel

The Government has announced the introduction of the requirement of a negative Covid-19 test when entering Norway. Foreign nations who cannot present documentation of such a test can be refused entry.

27. Nov 2020

A policy for growth and stability – for the people in the north and for the whole country

Ensuring that North Norway is a strong, vibrant region is important not only for the north, but also for the country as a whole. This is the message of the eight Government ministers who presented the …

05. Nov 2020

New measures and travel restrictions to Norway (including covid-19 test)

Norway stands at the beginning of the second wave of infection. The virus is spreading rapidly and all counties now have outbreaks of infection. The Government is therefore introducing new national infection …

14. Oct 2020

Nye passgebyr fra 19. oktober

Ny forskrift om pass og nasjonalt ID-kort ble kunngjort 12. oktober, og vil tre i kraft 19. oktober 2020. Fra denne datoen blir det dyrere å søke om pass i utlandet enn i Norge.

08. Oct 2020

Embassy closed on Thanksgiving Day

The Embassy will be closed on Monday October 12th for Thanksgiving Day.

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.

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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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