Embassy of Norway in Pretoria, South Africa; address Ozmik House, 165 Lynnwood Road, 0028, Pretoria; phone +27123643700. Head of mission: Mrs. Wera…
Head of mission: Mrs. Wera Helstrøm, Chargé d’Affaires (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Geir Tellefsen, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: C E Moore, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Norway offers a captivating experience for travelers, featuring stunning fjords and rugged landscapes that appeal to nature enthusiasts. With a thriving tourism sector attracting over a million international visitors each year, it presents an intriguing option for a segment of South Africa's 60 million population.
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from South Africa. It ranks 18th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is the 28th safest country out of 160, significantly safer than South Africa, which ranks 125th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a remarkably low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to South Africa's rate of 41.9. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Norway at 0.6 and South Africa at 9.5. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the disparity between the two countries. Norway scores better across various crime categories, such as mafia groups (Norway 4.5 vs. South Africa 7.0) and state crime (Norway 2.0 vs. South Africa 7.5). Overall, tourists from South Africa can feel relatively safe when visiting Norway, given its low crime rates and favorable safety rankings.