Travel Safety in Norway

Norway is generally safe. The main security risk to travellers is petty crime. Pickpocketing, bag snatching and other forms of opportunistic theft are known to occur in tourist-popular areas, especially in Oslo. Violent crime, although rare, predominantly occurs in areas known to have drug trafficking and gang problems, such as eastern Oslo.

There have been occurrences of terrorism in the past, such as the 2022 Oslo shooting. Norwegian authorities remain vigilant against potential future attacks, especially given that there are a number of jihadists fighting abroad that have links to Norway.

Demonstrations are a rare occurrence. There is no major concern of kidnapping or conflict in Norway.

Medical facilities are of a good standard but limited in remote areas of the country.