Plans and strategies

Continuation of controls at the internal borders

On 16 March, Norway reintroduced controls at the internal borders as a measure to limit the spread of Covid-19. The Government has decided to continue these measures and will, in line with our obligations, notify the EU of this.

The Corona situation: More information about quarantine hotels

In order to limit import infection, on 5 November 2020 the Government introduced arrangements involving quarantine hotels, effective from 9 November 2020. Further information about who has a duty to stay at the quarantine hotels and how the

Norway's revised National Forestry Accounting Plan for 2021-2025 finalised

Land use, land use change and forestry are key parts of the agreement between EU, Norway and Iceland on joint fulfilment of our 2030 emission targets. Norway has submitted its revised National Forestry Accounting Plan, including the forest reference

Prime Minister met head of European Commission

Green transformation and the COVID-19 pandemic was the key topics at the meeting between Prime Minister Erna Solberg and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, today.

New measures necessary for aviation sector in crisis

The government is to expand and strengthen the measures available to the Norwegian aviation sector, and will shortly propose changes to the loan guarantee scheme and increase the funding available for underwriting of airline routes.

The Norwegian State will not provide further support to Norwegian Air Shuttle or for the launch of a new airline

Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA ("Norwegian") and Erik G. Braathen’s new airline company have both requested financial support from the Norwegian State in addition to the support schemes that have already been established for the industry. The government

The Corona situation: Revision of requirement for negative Covid-19 test to enter Norway

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security has made changes to the groups that are exempt from the requirement of a negative Covid-19 test on entry to Norway. These changes enter into force at midnight.

Norway has responded to the European Commission concerning the regulation of digital platforms

The Norwegian Government has submitted Norway’s contribution regarding the EU's announced regulation of digital platforms, the Digital Services Act. The contribution makes it clear that Norway supports the EU’s initiative to develop a new regulatory

Regulations relating to amendments to the COVID-19 Regulations

Legal basis: Adopted by Royal Decree 6 November 2020 under the Act of 5 August 1994 No. 55 relating to control of communicable diseases, sections 4-3, 4-3a and 7-12. Submitted by the Ministry of Justice and Public Security.

Prime Minister Erna Solberg congratulates Joe Biden

‘On behalf of the Norwegian Government, I would like to congratulate Vice-President Joe Biden on his election victory. The US is Norway’s most important ally and we work closely together in many areas. I look forward to developing the cooperation

Regulations relating to amendments to the Regulations of 29 June 2020 No. 1423 relating to entry restrictions for foreign nationals out of concern for public health

Requirement of negative test result for SARS-CoV-2 on entry into Norway

Requirement of negative Covid-19 test to enter Norway

The Government has today 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.

The Corona situation: Requirement to stay at quarantine hotel

The Government is introducing a requirement that people in entry quarantine must stay at a quarantine hotel during the 10-day quarantine period. This requirement will not apply to people who reside in Norway or own a home or holiday home in Norway.

New ambassadors from Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Greece

Three new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to  King Harald V on 5. November 2020.

Changes in the travel advice for areas in Finland

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now advising against non-essential travel to the following hospital districts in Finland: the Itä-Savo Hospital District, Lappi Hospital District and Länsi-Pohja Hospital District.

New, nationwide measures

During the coming weeks, we must ensure we stay at home and limit our social contact with other people to the greatest extent possible. By social contact we mean mixing with family, friends and acquaintances that you do not live in the same

By Minister of Health and Care services Bent Høie on the press conference about the Corona virus situation, 5 November 2020.

Statement on the press conference about the Corona Virus Situation

Statement by Prime Minister Erna Solberg on the press conference about the Corona virus situation, 5 November 2020.

By Prime Minister Erna Solberg

Stay at home, have as little social contact as possible

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 control measures.

Notification of changes in banks’ capital requirements from year-end 2020

Today, the Ministry of Finance has notified relevant EU/EEA authorities of changes in the systemic risk buffer requirement, temporary risk weight floors for real estate exposures, and the identification of domestic systemically important banks. The

Condolences to Austrian Minister of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Ine Eriksen Søreide has extended her condolences to Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg following the attack in Vienna 2 November.