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FACT CHECK: Is Norway's government 'handing out citizenships like candy?'

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?

The 2025 tax deadlines that Americans in Norway need to know about

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.

Norway unblocks 300 million kroner for NGOs hit by US aid freeze

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 warning

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.

Confusion surrounds ETA visa waiver process for some dual national Brits

The UK's ETA visa waiver becomes obligatory for Europeans from Wednesday April 2nd, but there is still confusion for certain British dual nationals who have received very different official advice from the UK.

UK rolls out ETA travel authorisation on Europeans

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.

Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Finance minister warns of Trump tariffs, search for missing plane in Bjørnafjorden, and other news from Norway on Wednesday.

IN NUMBERS: How many people pass Norway’s citizenship exam?

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.

EXPLAINED: What workers in Norway need to know about the "frontline" wage deal

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.

How Norway’s citizenship rules could be tightened under a new government

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.

What’s on in Norway: Six great things to do in April 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.

Father on trial for abuse of Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen says he was 'overly protective'

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?

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 begin

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 launch

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.