U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
Full advisory →Is Norway safe? 🇳🇴
Europe · Updated
As of July 2026, Norway scores 91/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Norway Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 1 Norway destination assessed, Oslo scores highest (91/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
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Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 1Exercise normal security precautions
Canada's official risk level for Norway: exercise normal security precautions.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Norway destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Norway safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryUS State Dept · Canada | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 97 | US State Dept · Canada |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 0.7 / 100k | 96 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 81/100 | 81 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 91/100 | 91 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 1.5 / 100k | 100 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Norway safety FAQ
Is Norway safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Norway Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Norway averages 91/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 28 July 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Norway?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Oslo currently scores highest at 91/100 (Very Safe).
Where does this Norway safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.