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EMBASSY/CONSULATE ADDRESSES

Diplomatic representation in US:
Chief of mission: Ambassador: Wegger Christian STROMMEN
Embassy: 2720 34th Street NW, Washington, DC 20008
Telephone: [1] (202) 333-6000
FAX: [1] (202) 337-0870

Consulate(s) General are in:
San Francisco
20 California St., 6th Floor,
San Francisco, CA 94111.
(415) 986-0766

Miami
1001 N. America Wa., Suite 205,
Miami, FL 33132.
(305) 358-4386

Minneapolis
800 Foshay Tower, 821 Marquette Av.,
Minneapolis, MN 55402-2961.
(612) 332-3338

New York
825 3rd Av., 38th Floor,
New York, NY 10011.
(212) 421-7333

Houston
2777 Allen Pkwy., Suite 1185,
Houston, TX 77019.
(713) 521-2900

US diplomatic representation:
Ambassador--Barry B. White
Embassy: Henrik Ibsens gate 48, 0244 Oslo
Mailing address: PSC 69, Box 1000, APO AE 09707
Telephone: [47] 22 44 85 50
FAX: [47] 22-43-07-77




Embassy and Consulate Web Sites for Norway
Royal Norwegian Embassy in Washington, United States of America
Permanent Mission of Norway to the United Nations in New York
Royal Norwegian Embassy in London, Great Britain and Northern Ireland
U.S Embassy Web Site in Norway


FOREIGN RELATIONS

The United States established diplomatic relations with Norway in 1905, following Norway's separation from its union with Sweden. The United States and Norway enjoy a long tradition of friendly relations based on democratic values and mutual respect. The bilateral Global Issues Dialogue is a forum through which the two countries coordinate and expand cooperation on issues of mutual interest in the promotion of human rights, civilian security, and democracy. The United States and Norway share a commitment to promoting universal human rights and economic development, respect for the United Nations, and peaceful resolution of disputes around the globe. The two work closely together as North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies. There is a strong shared interest in addressing the problems posed by climate change, particularly with respect to the Arctic and in building cooperation in the region through the Arctic Council. The United States and Norway benefit from cultural exchanges, both officially and privately.

U.S. Assistance to Norway

The United States provides no development assistance to Norway.

Bilateral Economic Relations

The United States is one of Norway's principal trading partners. The growth of Norway's petroleum sector has contributed significantly to its economic vitality. Many U.S. companies participate actively in the petroleum sector. U.S. exports to Norway include aircraft, machinery, optic and medical instruments, and inorganic chemicals. U.S. imports from Norway include mineral fuel and oil, machinery, nickel and nickel products, and Atlantic salmon. Reported U.S. direct investment in Norway is led by the mining and manufacturing sectors. Software and IT services, coal, oil and natural gas, and metals, account for the top three sectors in Norway's reported direct investment in the United States.

Norway's Membership in International Organizations

Norway and the United States belong to a number of the same international organizations, including the United Nations, Arctic Council, North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council, Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and World Trade Organization. Norway also is an observer to the Organization of American States.

Bilateral Representation

The U.S. Ambassador to Norway is Barry B. White; other principal embassy officials are listed in the Department's Key Officers List.

Norway maintains an embassy in the United States at 2720 34th Street NW, Washington, DC 20008 (tel. 202-333-6000).

More information about Norway is available from the Department of State and other sources, some of which are listed here:

Department of State Norway Page
Department of State Key Officers List
CIA World Factbook Norway Page
U.S. Embassy: Norway
History of U.S. Relations With Norway
Human Rights Reports
International Religious Freedom Reports
Trafficking in Persons Reports
Narcotics Control Reports
Investment Climate Statements
Office of the U.S. Trade Representative Countries Page
U.S. Census Bureau Foreign Trade Statistics
Export.gov International Offices Page
Travel and Business Information




TRAVEL ADVISORIES

To obtain the latest Travel Advisory Information for Norway check the U.S. State Department Consular Information Sheet.


TRAVEL TIPS

Driving U.S Driving Permit accepted
Currency (NOK) Norwegian Krone
Electrical 230 Volts
Telephones Country Code 47



Visit the Norwegian Tourist Board for some useful travel information about tours, accommodations, entertainment, transportation, and more.


CUSTOMS/DUTIES

Tobacco..............400 cigarettes or 500g of tobacco

Liquor.................2 bottles of spirits or wine

Perfume..............50 grams or qtr litre

Cameras.............No restrictions

Film....................Reasonable for personal use

Duty Free............Gifts and souvenirs up to NOK 3500

Currency.............Should be declared on arrival

For residents of European countries:

Tobacco..............200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco

Perfume..............A small amount of perfume for personal use

Other Goods........Up to the value of NOK 1200



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