
E-scooters: government proposes age limit of 16 in 2026
Norway proposes a minimum age of 16 for e-scooters. On 7 October 2026, the limit remains 12. See how the proposal differs from rental terms.
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Norway proposes a minimum age of 16 for e-scooters. On 7 October 2026, the limit remains 12. See how the proposal differs from rental terms.

Norway plans to propose a ban on AI glasses in selected places. As of 7 October 2026, no start date is set. See what remains to be decided.

Does your child have a food allergy? Agree on safe food, a written plan and medicines at kindergarten, school and SFO. Learn what to do in a severe reaction.

Planning to travel abroad with your child alone? Separate Norwegian consent rules, passport applications and destination requirements, and prepare documents before departure.

You can apply for school entry in the year your child turns 5 or 7. Check conditions, who assesses your child, local deadlines and how to appeal.

Learn to read a boil-water notice and use water safely for drinking, food, teeth, showers and infant formula. Follow the supplier's notice lifting it.

You may receive a parental grant when you have a child during your studies. Check study leave and parental benefit for both partners, and apply to Lånekassen.

Children under 18 may get Nav support for glasses. Check the 2026 rates, prescription and document requirements, and what you pay at the optician.

Training benefit may replace lost income while you learn to care for a sick child. See Nav’s requirements for courses, documentation, work and applications.

Compare the birth grant with parental benefit before choosing. Check membership, deadlines, due-date confirmation and what to do after Nav decides.

Notify work clearly when your child is ill. Clarify contacts, handover, partial work and documents without promising more than care allows.

Parental access changes when a child turns 12 and 16. Check parental responsibility, address, consent level, and what to do if your child is missing.