Embassy of Kazakhstan in Oslo, Norway
- Address: Nedre Vollgate 3, 0158
- Phone: +4722420640, +4741862718
- Fax: +4722420642
- Email: oslo@mfa.kz (verified), oslo_consul@mfa.kz (verified)
- Website: mfa.gov.kz/oslo
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Kazakhstan in Norway
Embassy of Kazakhstan in Oslo, Norway; address Nedre Vollgate 3, 0158; phone +4722420640. Plus 1 other mission.
Consulate of Kazakhstan in Vinstra, Norway
- Address: Peer Gynt Gården; Hågåveien 1-10, 2639 Vinstra
- Phone: +4740407780
- Fax: +4751523860
- Email: mikkel@dobloug.com (verified), dobloug@icloud.com (verified)
Head of mission: Mr Christian Mikkel Dobloug, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Kazakhstan as a destination for visitors from Norway?
Kazakhstan offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions that could appeal to Norwegian travelers. While it currently sees a limited number of tourists, its diverse landscapes and rich heritage present significant potential. With 1.7 million Norwegians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Kazakhstan an intriguing destination.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Kazakhstan for tourists coming from Norway?
Kazakhstan is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from Norway. According to the Global Peace Index, Kazakhstan ranks 57th out of 160 countries, while Norway ranks 28th, indicating that Norway is safer. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people compared to Kazakhstan's 3.2. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Norway at 0.6 and Kazakhstan at 1.6. When examining organized crime, Norway scores better across various indices, such as mafia groups (4.5 for Norway vs. 3.5 for Kazakhstan) and state crime (2.0 for Norway vs. 6.0 for Kazakhstan). However, Kazakhstan does not have specific data on safety while walking alone at night, making direct comparisons challenging. Overall, while Kazakhstan is relatively safe, it does not reach the safety levels of Norway, and tourists should exercise standard precautions while traveling.