All eligible voters in Norway are now receiving official information about their voting rights ahead of the 2025 parliamentary elections. The Valgdirektoratet (Norwegian Directorate of Elections) is distributing around four million information letters to residents registered to vote in the country.
Digital and postal distribution
Of the total, 3.77 million voters will receive the information digitally via platforms such as Digipost, e-Boks or Altinn. The remainder will receive a printed letter by post, a measure reserved for those who have opted out of digital communication with public authorities or have not updated their contact details in the past 18 months. According to Elin Olderlund Westby, Director of the Directorate’s Professional Department, this ensures that every voter knows where, when and how they can cast their ballot.
Content of the information letter
The letter confirms the recipient’s right to vote and specifies the polling station they can use on election day, including opening hours. It explains that voters may cast an early ballot in any municipality between 11 August and 5 September 2025. The document also outlines the requirement to bring valid identification containing name, date of birth and a photograph, such as a passport, national ID card or driving licence.
Voters are reminded of their right to guidance and assistance if needed, for example due to a disability. The letter also explains procedures for early voting at institutions or from home, and details the steps for voting on election day.
Replacement of the voter card
This is the first time the information letter replaces the traditional valgkort (voter card), a change introduced by the new Election Act. Voters are not required to bring the letter to the polling station—only valid ID is necessary.
The initiative aims to improve clarity and accessibility, ensuring that all citizens entitled to vote are informed ahead of the election period.
