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Stricter rules for entry to Norway – important changes effective from 29 January 2021

The Norwegian Government has implemented more stringent regulations on entry to Norway due to the spread of COVID-19. Several groups who were earlier eligible for entry into Norway, are now not allowed to enter Norway. The new regulations are in force as of 29 January 2021.

You are therefore advised to check whether the new regulations apply to you before you submit an application. For information on the new regulations, and answers to specific questions relating to travel to Norway during the corona situation, please consult the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration’s Q&A webpage: About the corona situation - UDI.

Also, please be aware that all travelers are responsible to keep themselves updated on the current rules for entering Norway.

Dear Applicants,

Visa Application Centre kindly recommends planning application submission in advance due to upcoming holidays and pandemic restrictions. If you plan to apply your documents from December 21 to December 31, please pay attention that your documents will be received by the Norwegian Embassy after January 10, 2021.

Delivery time for accepting documents to the Norwegian Embassy in Moscow is increased due to the New Year holidays in Russian Federation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE VISITORS ARRIVING IN NORWAY.

FAQ FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS.

Foreigners, travelling to Norway, before entering the country must provide document, confirming negative test result on coronavirus.

Test must be taken not earlier that 72 hours before arrival to Norway. If you fail to provide such test you will not be able to enter the country.

For more information please visit the website of Embassy of Norway.

Requirement of negative Covid-19 test and quarantine when entering Norway

The Norwegian Government has implemented new regulations on entry to Norway due to the spread of COVID-19.

The regulations are connected to pre-arrival Covid-19 test and quarantine after arrival. The regulations are in force as of 09 November 2020.

Please read the complete information here.

Since 09 November 2020 new requirements entered into force:

• Every third country national entering Norway has to present a negative PCR test newer than 72 hours, unless you are a registered resident in Norway.
• Everyone arriving must complete a 10 days quarantine – the quarantine must be completed at a designated “quarantine hotel” (unless you have your own home in Norway)

It means that all visa applicants must present a negative PCR upon entry to Norway and undergo quarantine at a hotel.