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22. Jul 2026

Visa status update

Dear all visa applicants, It is possible to apply for a Schengen visa to Norway six months ahead of date of travel, but it is required to apply at least 15 days before your planned travel date. It is …

03. Jul 2026

Reiseadvarslene opphevet

Utenriksdepartementet har opphevet reiseadvarslene for blant andre De forente arabiske emirater, Kuwait og Qatar, slik at reiser til landene nå ikke lenger frarådes. Opphevelsen kom som følge av forlengelsen …

25. May 2026

Closure notice

Kindly note that the Embassy in Abu Dhabi as well as the Consulate in Dubai will be closed during Eid Al Adha, 27–29 May. For emergencies, you can contact the Norwegian MFA 24/7 call centre by phone +47 …

07. May 2026

WARNING: Fraud alert and Visa Agents

There are a number of visa agents in operation throughout the Region (GCC and Pakistan). The Norwegian immigration authorities have recently seen an increase in scams targeting individuals applying for …

05. May 2026

Closure notice

Kindly note that the Norwegian Embassy in Abu Dhabi as well as the Consulate in Dubai will be closed for visitors today, 5 May. Norwegians affected by the current situation in the region can contact the …

02. Apr 2026

Closure notice

Kindly note that the Embassy continues to be closed for visitors, and during the Easter holidays, Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April, the Embassy will also be closed for inquiries.

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