Diplomatic representation of Norway in Australia
Norwegian Embassy in Canberra
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra represents Norway in Australia and provides diplomatic and consular services for Norwegian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra is Norway’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Wednesday, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Appointments: the embassy receives visitors by appointment only. Contact the embassy and check the current requirements for your particular service before travelling to Canberra.
Embassy location
Where is the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra?
The Royal Norwegian Embassy is located in Yarralumla, Canberra.
The embassy is located at 17 Hunter Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors should arrange an appointment before attending the embassy. The mission is closed on most Australian and Norwegian public holidays.
About the mission
About the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra is Norway’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia. It represents the Norwegian Government and supports relations and cooperation between Norway and Australia.
The embassy’s responsibilities include political and economic reporting, official and business visits, promotion of economic cooperation and trade, cultural cooperation and consular assistance.
The Canberra embassy also has diplomatic responsibilities for a number of other countries in the Australia and Pacific region.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The Royal Norwegian Embassy provides consular information and assistance to Norwegian citizens and handles eligible consular matters within its area of responsibility.
Assistance for Norwegian citizens
Norwegian citizens who encounter serious difficulties abroad can contact the embassy for appropriate consular advice and assistance.
Passports and citizenship
Passport, citizenship and other citizen services have specific procedures and eligibility requirements. Check the current official instructions before arranging an appointment.
Documents and maritime matters
The embassy provides information about eligible consular document procedures and certain maritime matters involving Norwegian seafarers and Norwegian-registered vessels.
Important: the embassy cannot handle matters on behalf of other Norwegian authorities such as the Tax Administration, NAV or the police. Contact the responsible Norwegian authority directly when appropriate.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra
The Royal Norwegian Embassy receives visitors by appointment only.
The embassy’s published opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
These hours do not mean that visitors can attend without prior arrangements. The embassy explicitly states that visitors are received by appointment only.
For consular enquiries by telephone, the embassy publishes dedicated telephone hours on Monday from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm and Wednesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Before visiting: arrange an appointment and check which documents or other information you need to bring for your particular procedure.
Regional responsibilities
Jurisdiction and Diplomatic Responsibilities
The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra has regional responsibilities extending beyond Australia.
The embassy represents Norway in Australia, the Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Naoero, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
Norway also maintains a network of honorary consulates in Australia and elsewhere in Oceania.
Applicants should check whether the embassy or an honorary consulate is the appropriate point of contact for their particular matter before arranging a visit.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Prepare for your visit by checking the embassy’s current appointment and service requirements.
Arrange an appointment
The embassy receives visitors by appointment only. Contact the mission before travelling to Canberra.
Check the correct authority
Some matters involving tax, pensions, police certificates, population registration and other Norwegian public services must be handled directly by the responsible authority in Norway.
Prepare your documents
Check the requirements for your particular consular procedure and bring all required identification, forms and supporting documents.
Important: service requirements, appointments and public holiday closures can change. Check the latest official embassy information before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Norwegian Embassy Canberra FAQ
Does Norway have an embassy in Australia?
Yes. Norway maintains the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra as its resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
What is the address of the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra?
The Royal Norwegian Embassy is located at 17 Hunter Street, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
What is the telephone number of the Norwegian Embassy?
The embassy can be contacted on +61 2 6270 5700.
What are the embassy’s opening hours?
The embassy publishes opening hours from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Do I need an appointment to visit the Norwegian Embassy?
Yes. The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canberra receives visitors by appointment only.
Who is the Norwegian Ambassador to Australia?
The current Ambassador of Norway to Australia is His Excellency Mr Per Albert Ilsaas.
Which countries does the Norwegian Embassy in Canberra cover?
The embassy represents Norway in Australia, the Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Naoero, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.
Does Norway have honorary consulates in Australia?
Yes. Norway maintains honorary consular representation in several Australian cities. The services available at honorary consulates are more limited than those of the embassy.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, opening hours, appointments and regional responsibilities on this page.