Researchers and educational institutions
Those conducting research and educational activity in Svalbard must familiarise themselves with the applicable regulations. As a rule, most field activities will require permission from The Governor of Svalbard.
The Governor of Svalbard requires that all research applications and reports are submitted via the Research in Svalbard (RiS) portal.
In addition, all camping in tourism activities, field activities, and under the auspices of research and education activities require permission from the Governor.
Applications must be submitted to the Governor no later than four weeks before the planned camping trip. Researchers can apply via the application form in the RIS portal.
Camping activities that require an application to the Governor must be secured with an alert and organized polar bear guard when there are people in the camp.