To access health care in Norway, remember to carry your health insurance documents.
Students staying longer than 12 months with a Norwegian ID-number or D-number, automatically have access to the same medical services as Norwegian citizens.
There is typically a small fee per visit until you reach the yearly limit. Once you have reached the yearly limit, you are eligible for a healthcare exemption card ("frikort").
Read more about exemption card for public health services
Where can I find a doctor?
GP Doctor
Students with a Norwegian ID-number or D-number can register with a General Practitioner ("fastlege" in Norwegian) at Helsenorge.no
The doctors appointment usually lasts 15 minutes, and it can take a couple of weeks to get an appointment.
Read more about preparing for your appointment with you GP here
Exchange students and student with urgent needs can visit the 24/7 Clinic ("Legevakten") or make an appointment with the Online Doctor
Grimstad students can contact the medical center "Brannstasjonen legesenter".
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday from 8 to 15.
Call to make appointment: +47 37 25 60 00
24/7 Clinic
It is important to call +47 116 117 before visiting the clinic to register your details and let them know what help you need. Here you will also be informed if there is a long waiting time, and if they recommend that you wait a few hours before coming in.
For exchange students, also remind them that you do not have a Norwegian ID-number and this is the only place you can get medical assistance.
Grimstad does not have a 24/7 clinic in the city, but at the hospital in Arendal.
If you do not need to meet the doctor in person, you can also contact the Online Doctor
Mental Health
Sexual health
Kristiansand
"Get Tested" is a free and anonymously service where anyone over 18 years old can get tested for sexually transmitted infections. Consultations, tests and any treatment are free. You do not need a referral to come here.
It is located at Kristiansand Hospital. Drop-in every Wednesday from 16:00 -19:30. Take the first door on the right after the main entrance. Get in line and fill in the form, and we'll call you when it's your turn.
Grimstad
Students aged 24 years or younger can visit the health station for youth in Grimstad.
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