Norway introduces its strictest entry rules since March 2020

To limit the risk of transmitting the significantly more contagious variant of the coronavirus, the Government is imposing far stricter rules on foreign nationals who seek entry to Norway. In general …

25. Jan 2021

Stricter rules for testing and quarantine upon arrival to stop coronavirus mutation

The requirement to present a negative SARS-CoV-2 test prior to arrival when travelling to Norway is being amended to require a test taken 24 hours prior to departure instead of 72 hours. Furthermore, all …

15. Oct 2020

Ny forskrift om pass og nasjonalt ID-kort

Fra 19. oktober gjelder en ny forskrift om pass og nasjonalt ID-kort. Fra denne datoen ble det dyrere å søke om pass i utlandet enn i Norge.

04. Oct 2020

Troika statement on the Peace Agreement

Troika Statement on the Peace Agreement between the Government of Sudan and Sudanese Opposition Groups.

17. Sep 2020

New Reduced Opening hours in the Visa Section

New opening hours for submission/resubmission of residence permit applications .

17. Aug 2020

Norway's statement at Friends of Sudan meeting 12 August 2020 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (virtual)

Delivered by Dr. Endre Stiansen, Special Envoy to the Sudan and South Sudan

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Values and priorities

Climate change and the environment

Climate change and environmental damage are two of the most dramatic challenges facing the world today. Many countries are already feeling the effects of climate change. In our part of the world, the changes in the Arctic region are particularly dramatic and worrying.

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.

Peace, stability and security

The security challenges facing the world are becoming increasingly complex. Norway will meet these challenges through its strong commitment to NATO, its broad engagement in peace and reconciliation efforts and through international cooperation.

Energy and marine resources

The growing world population will need more and more food and energy. Sustainable use of marine resources will help to meet this demand.

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