🇳🇴 Is Norway safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Norway: 56 diplomatic missions from 54 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Norway
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- EEA nationals can enter with passport or national ID card
- Passport required if route passes through the UK, even in transit
- No visa required for entry into Norway
- In case of no passport, only Schengen airspace routes are permitted
Risk areas and situations
- Petty theft is increasing in central Oslo and Bergen and on public transport
- Northern half of Norway lies within the Arctic Circle, where severe weather is frequent
- Adventure sports and natural phenomena represent the main risks for tourists
- Navigation risks increase significantly during winter months
Health
- No vaccines required for European nationals or those who spent 14 days in Europe before arrival
- No vaccines specifically recommended for Norway
- Consult an international vaccination centre before departure for personalised advice
Emergency numbers in Norway
Embassies and consulates in Norway
56 diplomatic missions from 54 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 2 | Oslo |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | Oslo |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇧🇦 Bosnia & Herzegovina | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇧🇮 Burundi | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Oslo |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Oslo |
…and 42 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Norway is Norwegian. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Norwegian, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Norway safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Norway is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Norway?
The general emergency number in Norway is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Norway?
Telcomia tracks 56 diplomatic missions from 54 countries in Norway, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.