Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Oslo (January 7, 2020) Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. …
Read More»During the holiday season, there are ongoing threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations and individuals inspired by violent extremist ideology throughout Europe. Violent extremists continue to focus on locations such as Christmas holiday markets, shopping malls, airports, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, transportation hubs, and other soft targets frequented by tourists. We highly encourage everyone …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 9 November 2019 Location: Oslo, from Trafikanten meeting point in front of the Oslo S train station and marching to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Event: A planned demonstration by a group called the “Young Kurds Norway National Association” will take place this Saturday, November 9 …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 2 November 2019 Location: Oslo, from Trafikanten meeting point in front of the Oslo S train station and marching to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Event: A planned demonstration/ march by a group called the “Ungkurds Norge Riksforbundet” will take place this Saturday, November 2 from 14:00 to …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 26 October 2019 Location: The Turkish Embassy, Halvdan Svartes gate 5, in the Frogner neighborhood. Event: Two demonstrations are planned in front of the Turkish Embassy on Saturday afternoon, October 26. The first group, “Tyrkiske Foreningers Hovedorganisasjon” in support of Turkey, will demonstrate from 13:00-14:30 while …
Read More»Location: Oslo, from Trafikanten meeting point in front of the Oslo S train station and marching to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Event: A planned demonstration/ march by a group called the “Ungkurds Norge Riksforbundet and Solidaritet med Kurdistan” will take place this Saturday, October 19 from 14:00 to 18:00 starting at the Trafikanten meeting point in …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – October 12, 2019 Location: Oslo, from Trafikanten meeting point in front of the Oslo S train station and marching to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Event: A planned demonstration/ march by a group called the “Ungkurds Norge Riksforbundet and Solidaritet med Kurdistan” will take place this Saturday, …
Read More»Rescue operation of the cruise ship Viking Sky – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – March 24, 2019 Location: Hustadvika off the western coast of Norway Rescue Operation: The U.S Embassy is aware that Norwegian emergency rescue services are currently working to safely evacuate passengers, including U.S. citizens, from the Viking Ocean Cruises Viking Sky cruise …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 12 January 2019 Location: Demonstration at Stortinget (Parliament) downtown Oslo, Norway Event: A demonstration is planned to take place in the Stortinget area this Saturday, 12 January from 13:00 to 14:00. The demonstration is related to wildlife management and conservation of Norway’s wolf population. Previous demonstrations …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 21 December 2018 Location: Across the street from the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, Morgedalsvegen 36 Event: A demonstration is expected to take place on Friday, December 21, 2018, from 16:00-17:00. A Kurdish group is demonstrating against the U.S. announcement to withdraw from Syria. Norwegian Police expect approximately 50 participants …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 13 November 2018 Norwegian Police have advised of a demonstration planned for today November 13th, from 14:00-15:00 at the Embassy. The protest group includes Uyghur activists demonstrating against the government of China. Norwegian Police expect approximately 50 participants to assemble in the grassy area next to …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 27 October, 2018 Location: Oslo, on Karl Johans gate from the Oslo Sentrum train station to the Parliament (Storting). Event: A demonstration is expected to take place on Saturday, October 27, 2018, from 13:00-15:00. The group intends to protest the Trident Juncture/NATO exercise. U.S. citizens are …
Read More»Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Oslo, Norway – 17 August 2018 Location: The Turkish Embassy in Oslo, located at Halvdan Svartes gate 5, near Frogner Park Event: A demonstration is expected to take place on Friday, August 17, 2018, from 14:00-15:00. The Kurdish Democratic Society Center in Norway is organizing the protest. U.S. citizens are advised …
Read More»Norwegian Police have advised of a small demonstration planned for today at the Embassy. The demonstration is scheduled to take place from 13:00 to 15:00 by a Uyghurs group of 5-8 people. The same group is also planning a demonstration at the Embassy next week: Monday, July 2, from 13:00 to 15:00, and Tuesday, July …
Read More»The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings. In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices. They may target schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, transportation hubs, and other public venues. …
Read More»Norwegian Police have advised of a planned demonstration today at the Embassy. The demonstration is scheduled to begin at 11:00. The group involved is a Kurdish organization. A prior demonstration with this group at the New Embassy Compound saw approximately 500 demonstrators and was peaceful. It is not clear where exactly the group will gather. …
Read More»The Embassy has been notified of two planned demonstrations outside of the Norwegian parliament building (Stortinget) in downtown Oslo this week: The first will take place on Thursday, December 14, starting at 17:00, organized by the “Joint Committee for Palestine.” The second will take place on Friday, December 15 at 17:00, organized by “Friends of …
Read More»The Embassy has been notified of a planned demonstration on Saturday, 9 December 2017, from 16:00 to 18:00 in downtown Oslo. The demonstrators will walk from Parliament to the Israeli Embassy. The demonstration is in protest of President Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The Norwegian Police may close areas/streets with …
Read More»As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September …
Read More»The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. U.S. Embassy Oslo reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review …
Read More»The Embassy has been notified of a planned demonstration across from the Embassy main entrance on Saturday, October 21 2017, from 14:00 to 15:00. The Kurdish Cultural Association of Norway has notified the police of their intention to hold a demonstration in solidarity and support of the Kurdish civilian population in Northern Iraq. The police …
Read More»The Embassy has been notified of a planned demonstration across from the Embassy main entrance on Saturday, August 19, 2017. The demonstration is in response to the activity in Charlottesville, VA last weekend. The police will be present and we have been informed that the demonstration should be peaceful. Expected size of the demonstration is …
Read More»The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the continued threat of terrorist attacks throughout Europe. This Travel Alert expires on September 1, 2017. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom demonstrate that the Islamic State of Iraq and ash-Sham (ISIS or Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, and their affiliates have the ability to …
Read More»As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September …
Read More»Are you a U.S. citizen? Don’t miss our voter registration event! Embassy staff will be at O’Learys Bar and Restaurant to assist with voter registration. Democrats Abroad and Republicans Abroad will also be there to help. Join us and get registered to vote in the U.S. elections! What: U.S. Embassy Voter Registration Week Mixer Where: …
Read More»The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will host a webinar “Foreign Earned Income for U.S. Overseas Taxpayers” on June 29, 2016, 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT. To register and attend this webinar, use the Foreign Earned Income for U.S. Overseas Taxpayers or https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/445/15416 webinar link. Attendees should log in 10 minutes prior to the start time. The session will be recorded and made available at a …
Read More»The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to potential risks of travel to and throughout Europe following several terrorist attacks, including the March 22 attacks in Brussels claimed by ISIL. Terrorist groups continue to plan near-term attacks throughout Europe, targeting sporting events, tourist sites, restaurants, and transportation. This Travel Alert expires on June 20, 2016. U.S. citizens …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Oslo informs U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to the Norwegian counties of Hedmark, Oppland, Buskerud, Hordaland, Sogn og Fjordane, Moere og Romsdal, Soer-Troendelag and Nord-Troendelag that the Norwegian Meteorological Institute issued an extreme weather warning for Friday, January 29, and Saturday, January 30. Sogn og Fjordane, Moere og Romsdal, Soer-Troendelag …
Read More»The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons and targeting both …
Read More»In the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris on November 13, the U.S. Embassy in Oslo reminds U.S. citizens in Norway to review the Worldwide Caution , which provides information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world, including Europe. Recent terrorist attacks, whether by those affiliated …
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