What is the best time to visit Norway?

The best time to visit Norway depends on your priorities. Many travellers visit year-round, though spring and autumn typically offer pleasant weather and smaller crowds at popular attractions like Geirangerfjord. Check weather patterns for Europe before booking.

What currency does Norway use?

Norway uses the Norwegian krone (kr). Exchange at banks or airports, and withdraw from ATMs with your debit card. Credit cards are accepted in most tourist areas.

What food should I try in Norway?

Fiskesuppe is one of Norway's most iconic dishes. Other must-try foods include Gravlaks and Fårikål. Eat where locals eat for the best experience.

How many countries can visit Norway visa-free?

93 countries can enter Norway without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Check the full list and your specific requirements above.

Is Norway safe for tourists?

Norway is generally safe for tourists with normal precautions. As in any country, stay aware of your surroundings, avoid displaying expensive items, and use registered transport. Check current government travel advisories before your trip.

Norway

Norway, officially the Kingdom of Norway, is a Nordic country comprising the western and…

Capital

Oslo

Language

Norwegian Nynorsk, Norwegian Bokmål

Currency

Norwegian krone (kr)

Population

5.6M

Timezone

UTC+01:00

Visa-free access

93 countries

Travelling to Norway

Norway, officially the Kingdom of Norway, is a Nordic country comprising the western and northernmost parts of the Scandinavian Peninsula in Northern Europe.

Norway is located in Northern Europe, Europe. The capital is Oslo, and the official languages are Norwegian Nynorsk and Norwegian Bokmål and Sami. The local currency is the Norwegian krone (kr). With a population of 5.6M, Norway is a smaller country in Europe.

Norway offers visa-free entry to 93 countries, with most stays allowed for up to 90 days. The remaining 105 passport holders need to apply at an embassy.

Top places to visit in Norway

Geirangerfjord

A deep-blue UNESCO-protected branch of the Storfjord encased by 800-metre vertical cliffs and the legendary Seven Sisters waterfalls; the landscape was sculpted by a 2,000-metre thick ice sheet during the last ice age; kayak the shoreline at 7 am when the water is a perfect mirror; the only sound is the rhythmic thundering of glacial melt hitting the fjord surface.

Bryggen

The 14th-century Hanseatic merchant quarter defined by a row of lean-to timber warehouses with sharp gables and secret alleyways; these sun-bleached structures have survived multiple fires and represent a 400-year trade monopoly; walk the wooden planked passages at dusk; the air carries a heavy scent of dried cod and old pine while the uneven ground creaks underfoot.

Munch Museum

An 11-story angular glass monolith in the Bjørvika district housing the world largest collection of Edvard Munch’s work; including the 1910 tempera-on-board version of The Scream; the building leans 20 degrees over the Oslofjord; stand in the top-floor gallery during the winter blue hour; the low Arctic light reflects off the steel-grey water while the minimalist interior amplifies the emotional weight of the canvases.

Urnes Stave Church

The world oldest surviving stave church built around 1130 AD; showcasing a seamless blend of Christian architecture and pre-Christian Viking Urnes-style animal carvings; the dark wood is pine heartwood impregnated with natural resin; enter the nave at 3 pm; the interior turns amber when sun hits the high clerestory windows; the air is thick with the scent of 900-year-old tar.

Trolltunga

A horizontal rock slab jutting 700 metres above Lake Ringedalsvatnet; formed by the abrasive freeze-thaw cycles of a retreating glacier 10,000 years ago; the granite tongue overlooks a glacial valley of moss-slicked basalt; reach the precipice at sunrise after an 11-hour trek; the thin air is bitingly cold while the surrounding peaks are bathed in a sharp; clinical blue light.

Pulpit Rock

A 604-metre flat-topped cliff rising vertically above the Lysefjord; a massive tectonic fracture line defines the 25-by-25 metre plateau; the grey granite drops into a 42-kilometre fjord abyss; sit at the very edge during a light mist; the clouds swirl beneath your feet while the wind carries the metallic scent of wet stone and the distant roar of a passenger ferry below.

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Norway visa requirements

Visa-free

105

Visa required

Countries that can visit Norway visa-free

93 countries can enter without a visa, usually for up to 90 days.

Europe

Asia

United Arab Emirates90d

Americas

Oceania

Before you go to Norway

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Passport validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay. Norway immigration may refuse entry otherwise.

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Proof of onward travel

Carry a return or onward flight ticket. Airlines and border officers may ask to see it before allowing you to board or enter.

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Currency: Norwegian krone

The local currency is kr. Exchange major currencies at the airport or city banks. ATMs are widely available in urban areas.

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Language: Norwegian Nynorsk

Norwegian Nynorsk is the primary language. English is spoken in tourist areas and major cities.

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Power & connectivity

Check Norway's plug type and voltage before packing. Buy a local SIM card at the airport for affordable data.

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Norway — your questions

It depends on your passport. 93 countries can enter Norway visa-free. Everyone else needs an embassy visa. Use the WorldCurio visa checker for your specific passport.