King Harald V

His Majesty The King (21 February 1937 to 28 August 2026)

Lys, portrettbilde av Kong Harald V og blomster på en steinbenk.

King Harald V has died - The Prime Minister’s Speech

Speech/statement 28/08/2026

'An era has ended. A new era is beginning. The King is dead. Long live The King!,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Det kongelige slott på kveldstid

What happens when a monarch passes away?

News story 28/08/2026

Norway is in mourning after the death of His Majesty King Harald V, who was greatly beloved by the people. There are a number of rules governing the events that take place when a monarch dies and a new monarch ascends to the throne.

Bilde av fotografer på Slottsplassen

Allocation of Media Positions to Media Outlets for the Funeral of King Harald V

The allocation of media positions on the day of the funeral, 9 September, is now final.