Norway Travel Guide

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Passports

Passports (except for visa holders) must be valid for the duration of your stay in Norway by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:

1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card may be required to present a valid passport in addition to a national ID card; they should contact the embassy to check.

Passport Notes

On 25 March 2001 Norway became a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.

Visas

Not required by any nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.

Visa Note

Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses).

Travel Warnings

Most visits to Norway are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Visas are not required for Norway but you must hold a valid British Passport a National Identity Card.

Travelers should not become involved with drugs of any kind. Possession of even small quantities can lead to heavy fines and/or imprisonment.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Standards of health care are high, but there are charges for visits to both doctors and dentists. Chemist shops are called Apotek. In an emergency, you can get treatment from the nearest public hospital. Hospital in-patient treatment, including necessary medication, is free of charge, but insurance is recommended. The number to dial if you require an ambulance is 113.

Vaccinations