Dear Friends,

In the current circumstances, the Embassy of Ireland will be operating on a restricted basis until further notice.

Operating Hours

The Embassy will only be open for public appointments. To facilitate our reduced working hours we ask that you ring +47 2201 7200 to contact the Embassy and arrange an appointment. 

You can also contact the Embassy here but we advise calling the above number first.

Visas

We are temporarily ceasing the acceptance of new visa applications. For further information and information on potential exceptions please see http://www.inis.gov.ie

Passports

Passport applicants are encouraged to apply online and we encourage applicants to take heed of the Passport Office's notices at this time.

The Embassy will not be accepting paper applications until further notice and received paper applications will be immediately returned to sender.

Emergencies

Emergency Consular assistance will continue to be provided and any callers should clearly state their name, phone number and issue. Please call +47 4745 3298 if you are in need of consular assistance.

Travel Advice

We encourage citizens to download the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Travel Wise App which helps Irish citizens to stay safe and informed while travelling: https://www.dfa.ie/travelwise/

We advise all Irish citizens when travelling abroad to remain vigilant and follow the instructions and advice from the local authorities.

If you wish to travel to Ireland please follow the HSE's advice, which can be found here: https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/travel.html

Registration

In addition, you can register your contact details on Citizens’ Registration, which allows us to contact you and provide assistance in the event of an unforeseen crisis or family emergency while you are overseas: https://www.dfa.ie/travel/citizens-registration

For Irish citizens currently in Norway please follow the current COVID-19 Advice published by the Norwegian Institute for Public Health.