Going Through Security
These phrases will help you understand security instructions at Norwegian airports and ask questions about the rules.
Key Phrases
Har du væske i håndbagasjen?
politeDo you have liquids in your hand luggage?
Standard formal question from security staff.
Vann eller kaffe i bagen?
casualWater or coffee in your bag?
Staff often use short, direct phrases when the line is busy.
Vennligst legg jakken og beltet i kassen.
politePlease put your jacket and belt in the tray.
Using 'vennligst' makes the instruction very polite.
Du må tømme lommene dine.
neutralYou must empty your pockets.
A direct, standard instruction from staff.
Skal laptopen ligge i en egen kasse?
politeShould the laptop go in a separate tray?
Norwegians often use the word 'kasse' or 'boks' for the security tray.
Må jeg ta ut PC-en?
neutralDo I have to take out the PC?
In Norway, 'PC' and 'laptop' are used interchangeably.
Vennligst stå stille og løft armene.
politePlease stand still and lift your arms.
Used during a full body scan.
Gå gjennom skanneren nå.
neutralWalk through the scanner now.
A direct command to walk through the metal detector.
Må jeg ta av skoene?
neutralDo I need to take off my shoes?
Usually shoes can stay on in Norway, but heavy boots might need to come off.
Kan jeg åpne bagen din?
neutralCan I open your bag?
Asked if the X-ray machine spots something suspicious.