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🇸🇯Svalbard And Jan Mayen Islands
Europe· Updated 06/03/2026
Information
Capital
Longyearbyen
Population
2,560
Currency
Norwegian Krone (NOK kr)
Languages
Norvégien, Russe
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+47
Timezone
Europe/Oslo
Area
61,499 km²
Government
Norwegian archipelago (Svalbard Treaty)
National day
17 June - Norwegian Constitution Day
Internet domain
.sj
About
Svalbard and Jan Mayen is a Norwegian territory in the Arctic Ocean. Svalbard archipelago is governed by the 1920 Svalbard Treaty granting equal access to signatories. Jan Mayen is a volcanic island with only a military and meteorological outpost.
Safety
Risk level :Overall risk level is low, but vigilance is required for polar bears and extreme conditions.
Risk areas
Outside inhabited areas - Polar bearsBarentsburg - Russian industrial facilities
Crime(Low)
- Do not leave objects unattended
- Respect local rules
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, standard vigilance
Transport
- Use organized transportation
- Check weather reports
Natural risks(High risks of avalanches, polar bears, and extreme cold)
- Carry a weapon against bears (permit required)
- Avoid solo hikes
Health(Hospital in Longyearbyen, evacuation to Norway if necessary)
- Standard vaccines
- Mandatory repatriation insurance
Practical tips
- Residence permit required for over 3 months
- Cats are prohibited in Longyearbyen
- Do not die in Svalbard (burials on the mainland)
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center2000
1-bedroom apartment in city center3000
1-bedroom apartment in suburb2500
3-bedroom apartment in city center5000
3-bedroom apartment in suburb4000
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal20
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant60
McDonald's menu15
Local beer (0.5L)8
Cappuccino5
Water (1.5L)3
Bread (500g)4
Milk (1L)2
Eggs (12)6
Chicken (1kg)15
Apples (1kg)10
Bananas (1kg)8
Transport
Public transport ticket3
Monthly transport subscription100
Taxi ride (start)5
Taxi (1km)2
Gasoline (1L)2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)80
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema15
Theater30
Health
General practitioner consultation50
Dentist consultation80
Antibiotic medications20
Cold medications (6 days)15
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)50
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)30
Public services for 85m² apartment150
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)80
Nike sports shoes120
International primary school (monthly)1000
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police112
Ambulance113
Fire department110
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
Not customary (service included)