King Haakon VIII takes the oath of allegiance to the Norwegian Constitution before the Storting

24 October 2026

King Haakon VIII took the oath of allegiance to the Norwegian Constitution before the Storting on Tuesday 1 September 2026.
Article 9 of the Constitution of Norway requires a new king to take this oath in the Storting, swearing to govern the Kingdom of Norway in accordance with its Constitution and laws.
He became King on the death of his father, King Harald V, whose death and the succession were announced by the Office of the Prime Minister and read aloud in the chamber by President of the Storting Masud Gharahkhani.
Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra accompanied the King, and Queen Sonja and Prince Sverre Magnus were present in the Storting Chamber.
King Harald V's funeral service was held in Oslo Cathedral in September 2026.