22/08/2008 ::
What is the voltage of the power supply in Norway?
The electricity supply in Norway is 220 V, but appliances up to 240 V will work. Plugs have two round pins, and adapters are available.
Where can I find general information on Norway and Norwegian institutions?
Apart from this website you can look up Odin, the Norwegian government's news and information pages and www.norway.no your gateway to Norwegian public information.
The Norwegian newspaper Aftenposten runs a news service in English on the web.
A Norwegian newspaper in English, The Norway Post, is also available on the web.
Statistical information is available from Statistics Norway.
What mobile telephone systems are available in Norway and what areas do they cover? GSM is the most widely used system, with two service providers covering 80 per cent of the populated areas, all major cities and trunk roads. For further details contact:
Telenor Mobil
Tel: + 47 22 785000
Fax: + 47 22 785500
NetCom
Tel: + 47 22 888200
Fax: + 47 22 888050
How do I find an address or telephone/fax number in Norway?
Try the International Directory Enquiries. Bear in mind that the letters æ, ø and å appear at the end of the alphabet, i.e. after z. You can also access the Norwegian Yellow Pages in English.
How do I import dogs and cats to Norway?
For information and application forms - The Norwegian Animal Health Authority
Be aware of new regulations of 01.10.2004 about passport for pets (dogs/cats) travelling inside European countries.