A recent court ruling which was hailed as a major victory for part-time employees seeking fair pay in Norway has sparked a push back from employers’ groups, whose response could mean fewer hours and less steady income for many workers.

UK skiers can expect easier access to Norway’s renowned ski destinations and pristine conditions next winter.

King cleared to leave hospital, former foreign minister steps down from Davos forum, rail cancellations and more news from Norway this Friday.

For those escaping Norway’s winter for a sunny getaway, Oslo Airport has a clever travel hack to help you travel lighter.

A serious threat was on Thursday directed at energy infrastructure in all Nordic countries, according to Swedish media reports. Sweden's national defence agency has since said that there is no specific present threat to the country's energy infrastructure.

Losing your residence card or letting it expire is more than a minor hassle. Without it, you lose your main proof of legal status and the document you need to re-enter Norway after travelling.

King Harald remains hospitalised, sick leave down and rail tunnel to close for repairs. Here's the news from Norway this Thursday.

While Norwegian citizenship is not automatic for children born in Norway, those who are born to British parents are entitled to British nationality (and therefore a passport) from birth. Here's how to apply for the passport.

From the arrival of the annual tax return to high-stakes wage negotiations and the start of the Easter 'Buss for tog' season, March brings a mix of essential deadlines, longer daylight hours, and a range of exciting events across Norway.

Norway's King Harald V, who recently celebrated his 89th birthday, has been taken to hospital for an infection and dehydration while on a private holiday in Tenerife, the royal palace said.

The UK government has warned European travellers that they will be refused entry from February 25th if they do not have the required ETA visa waiver - while British dual nationals will be required to use a UK passport.

King Harald in hospital, population up by 33,000, Bodø/Glimt continue sensational Champions League run and more news from Norway this Wednesday.

Norway's government is stepping up safety measures for foreign tourists as authorities admit they are "desperate" to reduce the number of accidents on the country's icy northern roads.

One of the stated aims of the EU's new EES system of biometric passport checks is to catch people who 'over-stay' the 90-day limit, and 4,000 of those have been caught in the first months of its implementation, according to an EU official.

Did you hear the sirens in Oslo and Akershus this morning? Don’t worry, it wasn’t an emergency. It was just a false alarm.

Sirens accidentally set off in Oslo, PM in Kyiv and new trade forum with UK. Here are the latest news stories from Norway this Tuesday.

If you’re tired of the freezing temperatures, milder weather is on the way. However, the change comes with a downside, as rain and icy road warnings are expected across parts of Norway.

Norway has done it again. At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, the country put on an incredible performance and proved once more that it is a true powerhouse in winter sports.

Oslo Police register country’s lowest rate for solving crimes, pig farm closed down amid salmonella outbreak, and royal family’s approval damaged. Here’s the news from Norway this Monday.

From cheaper dental care to immigration restrictions and more Metro construction, here are the changes you can expect to see in Norway throughout 2026.

New passport rules for British dual citizens reflect border control and citizenship in a digital age, writes Nando Sigona in The Conversation.

The Norwegian royal family's popularity has fallen to its lowest ever after a series of scandals, according to a poll published Saturday by public broadcaster NRK.

One of the requirements to become a citizen in Norway is to pass either the social studies or the citizenship test. The Local has put together some advice on how to best prepare.

Data reveals that the pass rates for Norway's citizenship and social studies tests vary hugely around the country.

Whether you’ve got your eyes on a move or trip to Norway or really feel like setting down roots by cementing the long-term right to live in Norway via permanent residence and citizenship – you’ll likely want to know how much it will set you back.

Authorities in Norway are urging extreme caution, especially for skiers, after avalanche alerts were issued across the country on Friday.

Upcoming rule changes to the UK's new ETA border system have angered dual national Brits, but updated travel guidance from the government and a major airline suggests those without valid British passports may be allowed entry - as long as they have an expired UK passport.

Støre meets European Council president, avalanche risk in northern region, and police crack down on drivers without seatbelts. Here’s the news from Norway this Friday.

Using public transport is the best way to get around Norway’s biggest cities, but before you hop on, there are some social norms you should know about.

As snow conditions in southern Europe are becoming less predictable, Norway is emerging as the destination British skiers are increasingly turning to.

If you wish to give up British citizenship - here's how to do it, how much it costs and how, in some cases, you can get it back.

Svalbard reacts to increasing international focus, fourth alleged victim testifies against Høiby, and Norwegian sporting successes. Here are the main news stories from Norway this Thursday.

There are no outward signs of jitters, at least not yet: people in Svalbard are going about their daily lives as normal despite speculation that this Norwegian archipelago could be the next Arctic territory coveted by the United States or Russia.

Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo won his 10th Winter Olympics gold medal on Wednesday 17th February, extending the record he set earlier in the Milan-Cortina Games.

A fourth woman at the centre of a rape case against the son of Norway's crown princess testified in an Oslo court on Wednesday over an alleged rape in 2024 when he was already under investigation for other incidents.

Although Norway consistently ranks among the world's least corrupt nations, a series of high-profile scandals is challenging the country's clean image. Is the "trust system" working?

Reported increase in benefit fraud, heavy snow, man fires weapon at police in Bergen and more news from Norway this Wednesday.

This year’s collective bargaining negotiations in Norway are described as “more important than ever” as unions demand a fair share of record industrial profits.

Comments by readers of The Local Norway—whether opinions, advice, or tales of life in the country—offer vital insights to others. We've picked out some recent contributions on topics spanning the hurdles foreigners face as they try to integrate into Norwegian life, everything from housing, the job…

After years of losing ground, Norway’s krone has suddenly become the world’s best-performing major currency. That could be good for consumers and travel, but it could have wider economic effects.

Krone exchange rate gets stronger, trade unions want to reduce wage inequality, police disperse Oslo nightclub queue and more news from Norway this Tuesday.

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After several dangerous incidents on Norway’s icy roads, authorities expelled a Chinese tourist, highlighting both the risks visitors face and the serious consequences their actions can bring.

For years, travelling to Oslo Airport meant picking between the fast "Flytoget" or the cheaper regular trains, which often left from the same platform. Soon, that choice will be gone, and travelers can use the same train, and ticket for their journey.

Conservatives go in for wealth tax abolition, defence agreement with Germany and intelligence chief comments on Russian ships. Here’s the news from Norway this Monday.

Understanding the invisible codes of Norwegian life will help foreigners settle in Norway, explains Mari Wachelke.

Russia, which has invaded Ukraine and is accused of trying to destabilise Europe and the Baltic Sea, has instead taken a more cautious approach in the Arctic, the head of Norwegian intelligence told AFP on Saturday.

European leaders, worried about threats from a nuclear-armed Russia and doubts about the future of US security commitments, are increasingly debating whether to bolster nuclear arsenals on the continent.

Ten years after the referendum that led to Brexit, Britain and the European Union must close ranks in an increasingly unstable world, their leaders said on Saturday.

How do you cancel your residency when leaving Norway – and do you even need to do so? The Local looks into the rules.