Area Total | 323,802 sq km |
Climate | temperate along coast, modified by North Atlantic Current; colder interior with increased precipitation and colder summers; rainy year-round on west coast |
Natural Resources | petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, copper, lead, zinc, titanium, pyrites, nickel, fish, timber, hydropower |
Imports | Sweden 11.4%, Germany 11%, China 9.8%, US 6.8%, South Korea 6.7%, Denmark 5.4%, UK 4.7% (2017) – machinery and equipment, chemicals, metals, foodstuffs |
Government | parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
Capital | Oslo |
Population | 5,372,191 (July 2018 est.) |
Ethnicity | Norwegian 83.2% (includes about 60,000 Sami), other European 8.3%, other 8.5% (2017 est.) |
Language | Bokmal Norwegian (official), Nynorsk Norwegian (official), small Sami- and Finnish-speaking minorities |
Exports | UK 21.1%, Germany 15.5%, Netherlands 9.9%, Sweden 6.6%, France 6.4%, Belgium 4.8%, Denmark 4.7%, US 4.6% (2017) – petroleum and petroleum products, machinery and equipment, metals, chemicals, ships, fish |
News about Norway
- 'This is very good': Why economists feel that dip in home prices in Oslo is healthyby The Local Norway on April 3, 2025
After a surge in home prices at the start of the year, Oslo's housing market is finally catching its breath – and that's a good thing for everyone, according to Norwegian economists.
- What are the US tariffs on Norway, and how could they affect you?by The Local Norway on April 3, 2025
The US has announced a customs duty on Norwegian goods, something Norway’s PM Jonas Gahr Støre said would have consequences for Norway. Here’s how the US tariffs will impact you, and what could happen next.
- What recruiters ask – and focus on – during job interviews in Norwayby The Local Norway on April 3, 2025
When it comes to job interviews, there is no such thing as a universal experience. Here's what you should expect when going through the interview process in Norway.
- 'Chaos is being created': Europe hits out at Trump's tariffsby The Local Norway on April 3, 2025
European leaders hit out against sweeping new US tariffs on Thursday, with the EU saying it was ready to respond with countermeasures while opening the door for last-ditch negotiations.
- Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Thursdayby The Local Norway on April 3, 2025
Norway hit by new US tariffs, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre calls for measured response to tariff war, and other news from the country on Thursday.
- The 2025 tax deadlines that Americans in Norway need to know aboutby The Local Norway on April 2, 2025
Norwegian tax returns have been sent out, and the deadline for filing American tax returns is just around the corner. Here are the most important dates to keep in mind during tax season.
- FACT CHECK: Is Norway's government 'handing out citizenships like candy?'by The Local Norway on April 2, 2025
Erlend Wiborg, immigration spokesperson for the populist-right Progress Party, has claimed that Norway is "handing out citizenships like candy". So, how generous is the country really?
- Norway unblocks 300 million kroner for NGOs hit by US aid freezeby The Local Norway on April 2, 2025
Norway is to provide 300 million kroner ($28.7 million) in emergency funding to help NGOs hit by the US aid freeze, the government announced on Wednesday.
- 'A step in the wrong direction’: Norway’s finance minister issues tariff warningby The Local Norway on April 2, 2025
Ahead of US President Donald Trump introducing new tariffs on Wednesday, Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg has said Norway could be particularly hard hit by a global trade war.
- Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesdayby The Local Norway on April 2, 2025
Finance minister warns of Trump tariffs, search for missing plane in Bjørnafjorden, and other news from Norway on Wednesday.
- EXPLAINED: What workers in Norway need to know about the "frontline" wage dealby The Local Norway on April 1, 2025
A wage agreement for workers in the “frontline” professions has been agreed upon between unions and employer organisations. Here’s what it means for workers in Norway.
- Confusion surrounds ETA visa waiver process for some dual national Britsby The Local Norway on April 1, 2025
After weeks of confusion and contradictory advice over the workings of the UK's ETA visa waiver for British dual nationals, the British government has told The Local that British dual nationals do not need an ETA - even if they are not travelling on their UK passport.
- How Norway’s citizenship rules could be tightened under a new governmentby The Local Norway on April 1, 2025
Norway will hold a general election later this year, and both the Conservative Party and Progress Party, who could form a right-wing coalition together, want to tighten the requirements for Norwegian citizenship.
- Father on trial for abuse of Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen says he was 'overly protective'by The Local Norway on March 31, 2025
On trial for abusing his son, Norwegian athletics star Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and his daughter, Gjert Ingebrigtsen on Monday told a Norwegian court he was an "overly protective" father.
- What are the tax rules when you rent out a holiday home in Norway?by The Local Norway on March 31, 2025
Renting out your Norwegian holiday home may solve the problem of it sitting empty while also providing a bit of extra money. However, before you rent it out, you’ll need to be aware of the tax implications.
- Up to 25,000 workers in Norway could strike as mediation talks on wages beginby The Local Norway on March 31, 2025
Mediation talks between unions and the Norwegian Confederation of Enterprise began on Monday, with 25,000 workers ready to strike if a deal isn’t agreed by Wednesday’s deadline.
- European orbital rocket crashes in Norway shortly after launchby The Local Norway on March 31, 2025
The first orbital rocket launched from continental Europe crashed seconds after blast-off in northern Norway on Sunday, in a closely watched test for the continent's bid to build a new space economy.
- What’s on in Norway: Six great things to do in April 2025by The Local Norway on March 25, 2025
Whether it’s a festival celebrating Stavanger’s history or a chance to experience some world-class live music, there is plenty to do in Norway during April.
- IN NUMBERS: How many people pass Norway’s citizenship exam?by The Local Norway on March 20, 2025
One of the key requirements for becoming a Norwegian citizen is passing the citizenship exam. New figures have revealed how many prospective citizens pass the exam.
- UK rolls out ETA travel authorisation on Europeansby The Local Norway on September 12, 2024
On Wednesday, April 2nd the UK's new ETA travel authorisation system became obligatory for European travellers. Here's how it will impact residents of European countries.