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New environmental regulations from 1 January 2025 Drones on Svalbard Laws and regulations Self-preparedness advice

6/26/2025

Fined for not giving advanced notification of arrival

Four captains of various passenger vessels have been fined NOK 20,000 each for failing to give advance notice before calling at Svalbard's internal waters and Longyearbyen port in April and May. The fines have been accepted.

6/19/2025

Fined for drone flight

A visitor has been fined NOK 12,000 for illegal drone flight in Longyearbyen.

6/18/2025

Digital reporting of crime for businesses

It is now open for all businesses to report crimes digitally via politiet.no.

6/11/2025

Emergency Alert Test on 11 June

Wednesday 11 June, is a national test of Emergency Alert on mobile throughout the country, including Svalbard.

5/23/2025

Opening hours in June and July

The Governor’s office is open to the public at 10:00-13:00 in June and July.

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