News and events

31. Oct 2021

Embassy closed Monday 1st November

Please note that the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Riyadh will be closed on the 1st November due to an internal seminar. Inquiries can be directed to emb.riyadh@mfa.no as usual.

25. Sep 2021

Travel to Norway

Normal everyday life with increased preparedness is about to begin. The entry restrictions will be lifted gradually.

24. Sep 2021

The coronavirus situation

Here you will find information about corona. You can also use the chat at the bottom of the page to get answers to your questions. If you still cannot find answers, you can call the public information number 815 55 015. If you are ill, stay at home.

03. Oct 2021

Praksisplasser ved ambassaden i Riyadh

Ambassaden i Riyadh søker praktikanter til vårsemesteret 2022. Søknadsfrist 20. oktober. Ambassaden dekker Saudi Arabia, Jemen, Oman og Bahrain. Praktikantene vil inngå i ambassadens stab og få bred innsikt …

25. Sep 2021

Norway moves to normal everyday life with increased emergency preparedness

The Norwegian Government has decided that Norway will move to normal everyday life with increased emergency preparedness on Saturday 25 September at 4 pm.

24. Sep 2021

Global travel advice to be rescinded as of 1 October

The global advice against non-essential travel to all countries with the exception of the EU/EEA countries, Switzerland and the UK, as well as certain countries and regions outside Europe, will not be …

14. Sep 2021

Michelin stars shine on shellfish from Norway

It became another star-studded night for Norwegian seafood as the Michelin guide once again sprinkled its magic across the best restaurants in the Nordic region.

29. Aug 2021

Global travel advice from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to be extended until 1 October

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is extending its global advice against non-essential travel to all countries with the exception of the EU/EEA countries, Switzerland and the UK. Some exceptions to the advice …

22. Aug 2021

Changes to entry restrictions for several countries and areas

The Norwegian Government has decided to introduce entry restrictions and quarantine requirements for several areas in the Nordic region, two countries in Europe, and some third countries. This decision …

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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.

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

Climate change and the environment

The High North

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