Embassy of Norway in Maputo, Mozambique; address Avenida Julius Nyerere 1162, Maputo; phone +258214801000. Head of mission: Mr. Haakon Gram-Johannessen.
Head of mission: Mr. Haakon Gram-Johannessen, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Mauritius, 19 Nov 2024)
Norway offers stunning fjords and rugged landscapes, making it an appealing destination for nature lovers. With a thriving tourism industry that welcomes over a million foreign visitors each year, it could attract a segment of Mozambique's 33 million population interested in experiencing its natural beauty.
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Mozambique. It ranks 18th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is ranked 28th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Mozambique, which ranks 106th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Mozambique's 3.5. Additionally, Norway scores better on various organized crime indices, indicating lower levels of mafia influence, crime networks, and state crime. For example, Norway has a state crime index of 2.0, while Mozambique's is much higher at 9.0. Overall, tourists from Mozambique can feel relatively safe while visiting Norway, given the country's low crime rates and high safety rankings.