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As of July 26th, 2021, the Norwegian government has stated that individuals who are fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the last six months are exempt from entry quarantine and can travel to Norway. This exemption applies regardless of the country of origin, provided that individuals can present a valid Norwegian or European COVID-19 certificate. Additionally, certain countries outside the EU, referred to as purple countries, have milder entry rules, such as exempting specific close relatives of Norwegian residents from the entry ban. However, these individuals must still comply with quarantine and testing requirements. All travelers arriving in Norway, regardless of their vaccination status, are required to take a COVID-19 test after arrival.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Vaccination required for entry | No |
| Proof of negative Covid-19 test required | Yes, for some countries |
| Quarantine requirements | Yes, for some countries |
| Exemptions to quarantine | Vaccinated with a verifiable EU Vaccination certificate or Norwegian Vaccination certificate; or have had Covid-19 in the last 6 months |
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What You'll Learn
Norway's entry requirements for vaccinated individuals
As of July 26, 2021, Norway's entry requirements for vaccinated individuals were as follows:
If you are fully vaccinated or have had COVID-19 in the previous six months and can document it with a valid Norwegian or European COVID-19 certificate, you can enter Norway. You are exempt from entry quarantine and do not need to bring a certificate of negative test results, fill in an entry registration form, or take a test at the border. This applies regardless of which country you are coming from.
If you are arriving from a purple country—a country outside of the EU with milder entry rules—and are the spouse, child, grandchild, or significant other of a person residing in Norway, you are exempt from the entry ban. However, you must apply for prior consent for entry. The same entry rules as red countries (quarantine, negative COVID-19 test prior to arrival, test at the border) apply otherwise.
If you are arriving from a green country, there are no requirements for testing or quarantine. However, if you have a stopover in a country with stricter quarantine requirements (orange, red, or dark red), the entry rules from the country you are stopping in will apply when you arrive in Norway.
All travelers arriving in Norway, regardless of their vaccination status, must take a test after arrival.
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Accepted vaccination certificates
As of February 12th, 2022, COVID vaccination passports or certificates are not mandatory to enter Norway, and there are no quarantine requirements. However, there are specific requirements for accepted vaccination certificates.
Firstly, all vaccination certificates must be accompanied by a valid COVID-19 certificate, indicating full vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 within the preceding six months. This certificate must have a QR code that can be verified by the Norwegian authorities.
Norway accepts the 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC), which is valid in all EU countries and indicates vaccination status, recovery from COVID-19, or a negative test result. The EUDCC is available to EU citizens and their family members, as well as non-EU nationals legally residing in an EU country with the right to travel within the EU.
Norway also accepts documents equivalent to the EUDCC issued by the following countries: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, England, France, and Germany. These documents must meet the same requirements as the EUDCC, including a verifiable QR code.
In addition, Norway recognizes COVID-19 certificates issued by Northern Ireland, Wales, and England, as well as vaccination certificates from Scotland. These certificates must indicate vaccination with an EMA-approved vaccine, such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson.
It is important to note that entry requirements to Norway may depend on the country of departure's classification as a risk area, which is categorized as green, orange, red, or dark red. Therefore, it is recommended to check the Norwegian government's guidelines for the most up-to-date and specific information on accepted vaccination certificates and entry requirements.
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Entry requirements for unvaccinated individuals
As of July 26th, 2021, Norway implemented a colour-coded system for classifying countries based on their COVID-19 risk level. The categories include green, purple, orange, red, and dark red. Each category has specific entry requirements and restrictions for unvaccinated individuals.
If you are travelling from a green country, there are no testing or quarantine requirements to enter Norway. However, you must fill out a Norway Entry Registration form, which is mandatory for all travellers aged 16 and above. This form helps the Norwegian government contact you in case of an emergency.
For purple countries, only specific close relatives of Norwegian residents are exempt from the entry ban. These include spouses, children, grandparents, and significant others. They must apply for prior consent and follow the same entry rules as red countries.
If you are travelling from an orange, red, or dark red country, you must follow the entry rules of the country you are coming from. This may include quarantine requirements, negative COVID-19 tests before arrival, and testing at the border. Unvaccinated individuals from these countries may currently be restricted from entering Norway unless they have an exemption.
Regardless of your country of origin, if you are unvaccinated, you must follow the local safety guidelines in Norway. This includes wearing facemasks, maintaining social distance, and practising good hygiene, such as frequent hand washing. Additionally, all travellers arriving in Norway, regardless of their vaccination status, must take a COVID-19 test after arrival.
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Quarantine requirements for vaccinated individuals
As of 26 January 2023, Norway removed its mandatory quarantine requirement for travellers who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Previously, unvaccinated individuals travelling from high-risk areas were required to quarantine for 10 days upon arrival.
Currently, fully vaccinated individuals are exempt from quarantine requirements in Norway. However, they must provide proof of vaccination by presenting a valid Norwegian or European COVID-19 certificate, or a recognised vaccine certificate from their country of origin. Recognised vaccines include those authorised by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This proof of vaccination must be in English or Norwegian.
For unvaccinated individuals, Norway has implemented different requirements, including testing and quarantine measures. Unvaccinated travellers from certain countries, including the United States and the United Arab Emirates, must present a negative COVID-19 PCR or rapid antigen test taken within 24 hours before entry. They may also be subject to a mandatory quarantine period upon arrival, typically lasting ten days, which can be shortened with a negative test result taken after three days.
All travellers arriving in Norway, regardless of their vaccination status, must take a COVID-19 test after arrival, except for those under the age of 16. However, there are exemptions for children under 12 and individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last six months and received one dose of the vaccine. These individuals do not need to quarantine and are exempt from testing.
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Quarantine exemption criteria
As of May 1, 2023, there are no longer any national COVID-19-related entry restrictions for Norway. This means that regardless of a traveller's vaccination status, they do not need to provide negative test results, proof of vaccination, or proof of prior infection upon arrival in Norway.
However, it is important to note that this information may change rapidly, depending on the global health situation. It is always advisable to check official government sources for the most up-to-date information before travelling.
Prior to the recent lifting of COVID-19 entry restrictions, Norway had specific criteria for exempting certain individuals from quarantine requirements. While these criteria are no longer in effect, understanding them can provide insight into how Norway managed quarantine exemptions during the height of the pandemic.
Previously, individuals who had a valid COVID-19 certificate with proof of vaccination or recovery were exempt from quarantine requirements. This applied to individuals who:
- Had received the recommended number of vaccine doses and could present a valid certificate.
- Had received the last dose of the vaccine at least seven days before arrival in Norway (14 days for Johnson & Johnson).
- Could present a valid certificate of recovery, indicating that they had recovered from COVID-19 within the last six months before arrival in Norway.
Additionally, there were exemptions for individuals who were considered "fully vaccinated" by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health. These individuals did not need to present a valid COVID-19 certificate and were exempt from quarantine. This included individuals who:
- Had received the last dose of a vaccine approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) or on the World Health Organization's (WHO) emergency use listing at least seven days before arrival (14 days for Johnson & Johnson).
- Had completed a full vaccine series of a vaccine not approved by the EMA or WHO, with the last dose received at least seven days before arrival.
- Had received one dose of an EMA- or WHO-approved vaccine after previously being vaccinated with one or more doses of an unvaccinated not approved by these organizations, with the last dose received at least seven days before arrival.
It is important to note that these criteria are no longer in effect as of May 2023, and all travellers, regardless of vaccination status, are exempt from quarantine requirements upon arrival in Norway.
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Frequently asked questions
You do not need to be vaccinated to enter Norway, but you must follow certain procedures. If you are unvaccinated, you must quarantine and test negative for COVID-19 before arrival and at the border.
If you are fully vaccinated or have had COVID-19 in the last six months, you can enter Norway with a valid Norwegian or European COVID-19 certificate. You are exempt from entry quarantine and do not need to provide a negative COVID-19 test, fill in an entry registration form, or test at the border.
There are several country categories with different entry rules for Norway. Green countries/zones are exempt from the travel ban and have no testing or quarantine requirements. Purple countries are outside the EU and have milder entry rules, such as no quarantine hotels. However, only specific relatives of Norwegian residents from these countries are exempt from the entry ban. Red countries have stricter entry rules, including quarantine and negative COVID-19 tests.
