When will Norway open its borders to Australia and during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021?

  Borders Partially Restricted

2019 divided the history of most countries into «before» and «after». We are talking about a pandemic that has swept the whole world. The SARS-CoV-2 virus was first identified among residents of Hubei province (China). In just a few months, a disease called Covid-19 has spread to the inhabitants of the entire planet. Australia and Norway were not an exception.

Why is covid so dangerous? Regardless of the level of development of a particular state, medical care and other factors, millions of people have become victims of the coronavirus. According to the latest data, this figure is 183 040 225 people, among the total — 3 963 250 deaths. The main symptoms of the disease are: shortness of breath, high fever, dry cough, loss of taste and smell. The world’s leading countries have developed or are working on the production of their own vaccines that protect against COVID-19. Naturally, vaccination is not a 100% guarantee of protection against coronavirus, however, when infected, the disease is transferred much easier.

According to current data (statistics for Saturday, 3 July 2021), the number of cases in Norway is 131 818 people, total deaths are 794, and 9610 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Norway to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Norway from Australia?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Norway:

• Open to citizens: Yes
• Open to s: Prohibited
• Open to foreigners and tourists: Partially
• Quarantine (lockdown) in Norway: No

During the most «acute» periods of the pandemic, the following restrictions are applied in Norway:

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Norway only if absolutely necessary: study in Norway, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://no.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
2. Availability of the test: Negative PCR test is required for some countries.

All countries are divided into 3 main categories by the Ministry of Health:

• «Green» (low rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Orange» (average rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Red» (high rate of spread of coronavirus)

In this regard, the government acts in accordance with the recommendations of the World Health Association. The distribution of states into separate categories is updated regularly. At the moment, Australia ranks among the states of the «Red» category.

The main reasons for the introduction of new restrictions are coronavirus mutations, an increase in the number of cases, and insufficient vaccination rates.

Rules for entering Norway from Australia in 2021

At the moment, Norway is partially opened to foreigners, including s. Quarantine measures are applied to tourism and trade.

Before travelling to Norway, s must pass the PCR test no earlier than 72 hours in advance and submit a written document of an international standard (in English). Also, at the time of arrival, there should be no signs of SARS (fever, chills, runny nose, cough, etc.).

Is it necessary to comply with quarantine and take a PCR test when entering Norway?

Negative PCR test is required for some countries.

Self-quarantine for 10 days required for some countries

For which countries are the borders with Norway open?

Today (Saturday, 3 July 2021) the borders of Norway are fully open for 21/ 38 countries, partially open for 30/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Estonia are partially or completely open:

•  Austria
•  Belgium
•  Bulgaria
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Estonia
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  Greece
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Italy
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Netherlands
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Sweden

In Norway, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

From Thursday, June 24, people residing in EEA with a valid corona certificate will be able to enter Norway without having to quarantine. Please note that not all the countries in EEA have the technical solution in place yet.From July 5, the Norwegian government will open its borders for travel to and from EEA/Schengen countries and the UK and some few more countries on the EEA third party list that meet the criteria for low infection levels and a controlled virus situation.Read important information about who can travel to Norway bit.ly/3cUcIwI.You can travel to Norway without having to quarantine if you come from a «yellow» or «green» area on The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH)'s official website’s colour-coded map (https://bit.ly/3qfDgOs). From July 5, Norway will change its color code system, to align with EU standards. This means that former «yellow» countries will be labelled «green».Travellers from red areas and countries will have to quarantine at a quarantine hotel and/or in a suitable place.Please see the main rules for entry quarantine and quarantine hotel stays bit.ly/3vJVdWf.Foreigners from other countries outside EEA/Schengen/UK, are not allowed to travel to Norway yet.New arrangement for Covid-19 certificateFrom 24 June, Norway will accept the EU’s Covid-19 certificate for entry into the country. This means that residents of EU/EEA countries will now be able to enter Norway with a valid EU certificate. Residents of countries that have the certificate ready can use it to cross into Norway. Those from EU/EEA countries, regardless of the country’s infection status, can enter Norway if they have an EU certificate that can be verified with a QR code. An EU certificate is available to anyone with proof of full vaccination, a recent negative test or previous infection in the last six months.Denmark has its Covid-19 certificate ready to go. From 19 June at 12 noon, people living in Denmark do not need to quarantine in Norway if they are fully vaccinated or have been infected with the coronavirus in the last six months.Sweden does not have its certificate ready yet, but as soon as it does, the same rules will apply for Swedes and for Danes.Information about the Norwegian Covid-19 certificate is available here www.helsenorge.no/en/covid-19-certificate/about-covid-19-certificate/Mandatory Covid-19 tests and quarantine dutyIf you travel from or have visited an area that triggers quarantine duty («red country/area») during the last 10 days, please read more detailed information about the rules for quarantine and testing upon arrival.Registration of arrival to NorwayTo help with disease detection and tracking, most travellers will have to register their entry to Norway on the Government’s website before you arrive. If you do not wish to register online, you can submit a paper-based form to the police at the border control.QuarantineThe cost of staying at a quarantine hotel is NOK 500 per night for both private individuals (adults) and employers.If you don’t have to stay at a quarantine hotel, it is important to remember that you still have to complete your quarantine at a suitable place. You should also avoid close contact with others in that residence, for instance, your family.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of Norway. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

For which countries are the borders with Australia open?

Today (Saturday, 3 July 2021) Australia’s borders are fully open to 0/ 38 countries, partially open — to 50/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Australia are partially or completely open:

In Australia, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entry into Australia. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

The cheapest flights to Norway from Australia

The resumption of full-fledged air communication is gradual. At the moment, direct flights to Norway are limited, so it is possible to get to Norway with transfers. We offer the best air fares from Australia to Norway. Today you have the opportunity to book tickets at an affordable price. A pandemic is not a barrier to business and travel.

We constantly monitor the situation with the spread of coronavirus and are always ready to provide you with up-to-date information.

Actual data of COVID-19 in Norway

Current coronavirus statistics in Norway:

• Total cases of covid infection: 131 818
• Sick right now: 9610
• Number of deaths: 794
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Norway:

Commercial, public, and government services are generally open, though some have restricted capacities to adhere to social distancing policies. Regions with higher infection rates, e.g. Oslo and Viken, may have additional restrictions for commercial businesses

Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 30 734
• Sick right now: 413
• Number of deaths: 910
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

A national three step plan (https://bit.ly/3ybNWQI) to relax coronavirus restrictions has been announced, with states and territories to decide when each step will be implemented locally.Physical distancing measures are still in place across Australia. However, some states are revising restrictions on public gatherings. Check State and Territory websites for the rules where you live (https://bit.ly/3qHKafe).Australia is recommending that people wear face masks to help prevent infection. This recommendation is likely to become law in some states.From the 23rd of July, people in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell shire will have to wear a mask or face covering if they’re leaving their home, or face a $ 200 fine.

Thus, the restrictions associated with the coronavirus dictate living conditions in 2021. Each state has developed its own border crossing rules and entry rules. It all depends on the general situation with the spread of COVID-19.

However, even in a pandemic, you can leave Australia for Norway with the necessary permits:

Negative PCR test is required for some countries.

Self-quarantine for 10 days required for some countries