Consulate General of Norway in Wellington, New Zealand
- Address: 20 Customhouse Quay, Wellington
- Phone: +6444712503
- Fax: +6444703501
- Email: norconsulgen@deloitte.co.nz
Head of mission: Graeme Mitchell, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Norway in New Zealand
2 missions of Norway in New Zealand: Consulate General of Norway in Wellington, New Zealand; Consulate of Norway in Auckland, New Zealand. Addresses, phones…
Consulate of Norway in Auckland, New Zealand
- Address: 11 Ranleigh Road, Mt Albert, Auckland
- Phone: +6493551830
- Fax: +6498461559
- Email: nortrade@xtra.com.nz
Head of mission: Mr John Robinson, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
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Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Norway as a destination for visitors from New Zealand?
Norway offers a captivating experience for travelers, featuring stunning fjords and dramatic landscapes that appeal to nature enthusiasts. With a thriving tourism sector, it draws over a million international visitors each year. Among the approximately 200,000 New Zealanders who travel abroad annually, a portion may find Norway to be an intriguing destination.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Norway for tourists coming from New Zealand?
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from New Zealand. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway ranks 28th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety, although it is not as safe as New Zealand, which ranks 4th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to New Zealand's rate of 2.6. This suggests that violent crime is less prevalent in Norway. However, when looking at organized crime indices, both countries score similarly in several areas, such as mafia groups and crime networks. Norway has slightly higher indices for human trafficking and heroin trade compared to New Zealand, but overall, both countries are relatively safe. In summary, while Norway is safe for tourists, New Zealand is statistically safer. Travelers should remain vigilant, as they would in any country, but can generally expect a secure environment in Norway.