What products can be imported into Norway. Endangered Animals and Plants

If you bring currency or goods into Norway, you must inform the customs officers.

Which corridor to choose?

When crossing the border, you can choose a red or green corridor. By choosing red, you are declaring that you have goods whose importation requires the payment of customs duties and fees, as well as goods whose importation requires a permit. The green corridor implies that you do not have such goods. If you are not sure which corridor to choose, choose the red one - customs officers will have to explain everything to you.

Through the green corridor, you can cross the border only with goods that are not subject to customs duties and fees. At the same time, the established quantitative and cost restrictions must be observed. In addition, these products may be subject to the following restrictions: they must be for personal use and not for sale.

Carrying goods through the customs area should be open, so that customs officers have the opportunity to control.

If your baggage is delayed or arrives in Norway later, you must go through the red channel, informing the customs officers about the contents of the baggage.

Customs officers have the right to inspect your luggage and vehicle. Customs officers may ask you questions and you must answer them.

Rules for exemption from customs duties and fees

If you are outside of Norway for more than 24 hours, you have the right to import into Norway duty-free goods worth up to NOK 6,000. If you have been outside the country for less than a day, you can import goods worth up to 3 thousand kroons without paying duties and fees.

You can import alcohol and tobacco only if you have documents that would confirm their purchase with the payment of all fees (outside the Tax-free system) in one of the EFTA countries.

Children under 12 cannot import food duty-free, except mineral water, chocolate and confectionery.

Below is a list of goods that can be imported duty-free into Norway, provided that their total value does not exceed 6/3 thousand NOK.

Alcoholic drinks

1 liter of a drink with a strength of 22 to 60% and 1.5 liters of a drink with a strength of 2.5 to 22%, or 3 liters of a drink with an alcohol content of 2.5 to 22%.

2 liters of beer with an alcohol content of more than 2.5%, or any other drink with a strength of 2.5 to 4.7%. So you can, for example, import 5 liters of beer if you import only that.

Only persons over 18 years old can import alcoholic beverages into Norway, and drinks with an alcohol content of more than 22% - over 20 years old.

Cigarettes

You can bring into Norway 200 cigarettes or 250 grams of other tobacco products, as well as 200 sheets of smoking paper.

Cigarettes can be imported by persons over 18 years of age. If you import cigarettes in larger quantities, they must be declared.

Meat, meat products, milk and dairy products

From countries that are members of the EFTA (European Free Trade Association), it is possible to transport meat and meat products, cheese and fodder products to the territory of Norway in an amount not exceeding 10 kg.

It is possible to import meat, meat products, milk and dairy products from other countries only with a medical certificate through crossings with veterinary control.

Marginal value of imported goods

If the total value of goods imported into Norway exceeds NOK 6/3 thousand, you can choose goods for which you will pay customs duties and fees. In the event that the value of an individual product exceeds the established limit, duties and taxes will be calculated based on its full value.

Services for the repair of goods abroad are subject to the NOK 6/3 thousand value cap. If you exceed the limit of the cost of such services, you must pay customs duties and fees accrued on the full cost of services.

Other goods for personal use

You are allowed to bring in personal items and travel equipment that were with you when you left Norway.

Simplified customs clearance

In addition to the goods that are included in the duty-free quota, you are allowed to import goods into Norway, the quantity and customs tariffs for which are listed below. Age restrictions the same as for the import duty-free quota.

NOK 20 per liter

Product	Quantity	Bid
Beer over 2.5% ABV and other drinks from 2.5% to 4.7% ABV	Total quantity 27 liters	NOK 7 for 0.33 l
Drinks with a strength of 4.7 to 15%		NOK 55 per liter	NOK 40 for 1/1 bottle
Drinks with a strength of 15 to 22%		NOK 105 per liter	NOK 75 for 1/1 bottle
Drinks with a strength of 22 to 60%	up to 4 liters	NOK 300 per liter	NOK 215 for 1/1 bottle
smoking tobacco	Total weight
chewing tobacco		NOK 110 per 100 grams
Cigars and cigarillos		NOK 270 per 100 grams
Cigarettes		NOK 270 for 100 pieces
Smoking paper, sleeves		NOK 5 100 sheets/sleeves

Goods prohibited for import without special permission

Drugs, medicines and poisonous substances (it is allowed to import medicines in small quantities for personal use), alcoholic beverages with a strength of more than 60%, weapons and ammunition, pyrotechnics, potatoes, mammals and exotic animals, birds, plants, as well as plant fragments for cultivation.

Medical and phytosanitary requirements

The import of agricultural products into Norway is regulated special rules to prevent the spread of plant and animal diseases.

The products allowed for import are listed below. Is not full list.

Meat and meat products, milk, dairy products, eggs and other food products of animal origin intended for personal consumption can be imported from EFTA countries in baggage.

Up to 10 kg of fruits, berries and vegetables (excluding potatoes), up to 25 pcs. cut flowers, up to 3 kg of flower bulbs and tubers, up to 5 pcs. indoor plants from European countries, up to 50 bags of seeds can be imported without a phytosanitary certificate.

Importation of animals

The importation of animals into Norway is restricted by special regulations. Dogs and cats imported from EU countries (with the exception of Sweden) must have passports, identification marks, up-to-date rabies vaccination certificates and blood tests.

Small rodents, birds kept in cages, rabbits must have an import permit issued by the Food Supervision Service.

Currency

It is allowed to import Norwegian and foreign banknotes and coins into Norway for a total amount of up to NOK 25,000. Larger amounts of money require declaration. A special form for this can be obtained from customs. Traveler's checks are not subject to restrictions.

Animals and plants that are endangered

In accordance with the Washington Convention and Norwegian law, endangered animals and plants, as well as most products derived from them, are prohibited from being brought into Norway. These are, for example, elephants, leopards, tigers, wolves, lynxes, some species of crocodiles and snakes, a number of birds of prey, eggs of some bird species, as well as certain types orchids and cacti.

Vehicles registered abroad

The use of cars that are registered abroad is subject to special rules in Norway. Those who violate them are punished very severely.

Departure from Norway

Currency

It is allowed to export Norwegian and foreign banknotes and coins for a total amount of up to NOK 25,000. Larger sums of money are subject to declaration. A special form designed for this will be issued at customs. There are no restrictions on traveler's checks.

Endangered species of animals and plants

It is against the law to export endangered animals and plants, as well as most products made from them, from Norway. These species include: wolves, arctic foxes, lynxes and some birds of prey. In addition, it is forbidden to export the eggs of endangered birds.

Antiques and cultural heritage

Antiques and antiques that have artistic, cultural or historical value are not allowed to be taken out of Norway without a special permit.

Restrictions on the export of fish and fish products

It is forbidden to export fish or fish products from Norway in quantities exceeding 15 kg per person. This quota applies to catches from marine sport fishing in Norwegian territorial waters. Freshwater fish, salmon, trout and char are not included in this quota.

Useful Phones

Norwegian Customs Information Centre: Tel: +47 0 30 12.

Eastern Region Customs Administration

Customs Administration of the Central Region

Customs Office of the Oslo and Akershus Regions

Customs Administration of the Southern Region

Customs Administration of the Northern Region

Western Region Customs Administration

If you have been outside Norway for more than 24 hours, you are entitled to duty-free entry into the country of goods with a total value of up to NOK 6,000.

If your stay outside of Norway is less than 24 hours, you will have

opportunity once in 24 hours

import goods with a total value of up to NOK 3,000 without paying customs duties and fees. Alcohol and tobacco can be imported only if there are documents confirming their purchase with payment of all fees (ie outside the Tax Free system) in one of the EFTA countries.

Children under 12 are not allowed to import food duty-free, with the exception of mineral water, chocolate and confectionery.

The following goods, the total value of which does not exceed NOK 6000/3000, are allowed to be imported duty-free

(Attention! Please note the above restrictions when staying outside of Norway for less than 24 hours):

Alcoholic drinks:

1 liter of a drink with an alcohol content of 22 to 60 percent and 1.5 liters of a drink with an alcohol content of 2.5 to 22 percent, or 3 liters of a drink with an alcohol content of 2.5 to 22 percent. 2 liters of beer with an alcohol content of more than 2.5 percent, or another drink with an alcohol content of 2.5 to 4.7 percent. This means that you can, for example, import 5 liters of beer in the absence of other alcoholic beverages.

The importation of alcoholic beverages is allowed for persons over 18 years of age. The importation of drinks with an alcohol content of more than 22 percent is allowed for persons over 20 years of age.

Tobacco products:

200 cigarettes or 250 grams of other tobacco products, as well as 200 sheets of smoking paper.

The import of tobacco products is allowed for persons over 18 years of age. Tobacco products in excess of the quota are subject to customs declaration.

Meat, meat products, milk and dairy products:

The import of meat and meat products, cheese and feed products, with the exception of food for cats and dogs, from the EFTA countries is allowed in an amount not exceeding 10 kg of total weight. Forbidden

importation in baggage of meat, meat products, milk and dairy products from countries outside the EFTA. These products must be imported through border crossings with veterinary control in the presence of a medical certificate.

Item cost limit

In case of exceeding the limit of the total value of the goods, set at NOK 6000/3000, you can choose the goods for which you will pay customs duties and fees. If the value of an individual product exceeds the established limit, then duties and taxes are calculated based on its full value. A product that is a single item cannot be divided into parts and imported into the country over several trips or by several persons. This also applies if the value of a single part does not exceed NOK 6000/3000. If you do not have a document confirming the value of the goods, the Customs Service can establish it at its own discretion.

Services for the repair of goods abroad are subject to the NOK 6,000/3,000 value cap rule. If the cost of repairs exceeds the specified limit, you are obliged to pay customs duties and fees accrued on the full cost of repairs.

Other goods for personal use

It is allowed to import personal items and travel equipment that you had at the time of your departure from Norway. See paragraph on exit declaration.

Simplified customs clearance

In addition to the goods included in the duty-free quota, you can import goods, the quantity and customs rates for which are indicated in the table below. The age requirement for such customs clearance is the same as for the import duty-free quota.

Import if you wish large quantity goods than indicated in the table, you must contact the Directorate of Health and Welfare.

Product	Quantity	Bid
Beer with a strength of more than 2.5 percent and other drinks with a strength of 2.5 to 4.7 percent	Total quantity 27 liters	20 CZK per liter	7 kroons for 0.33 l
Drinks with a strength of 4.7 to 15 percent		55 CZK per liter	40 crowns for 1/1 bottle
Drinks with a strength of 15 to 22 percent		105 CZK per liter	75 CZK for 1/1 bottle
Drinks with a strength of 22 to 60 percent	up to 4 liters	300 CZK per liter	215 CZK for 1/1 bottle
smoking tobacco	Total weight 500 grams	270 CZK per 100 grams
chewing tobacco		110 crowns per 100 grams
Cigars and cigarillos		270 CZK per 100 grams
Cigarettes	up to 400 pcs	270 kroons for 100 pcs.
Smoking paper, sleeves	up to 400 pcs	5 crowns 100 sheets/sleeves

Goods prohibited for import without special permission:

drugs, medicines and poisonous substances (import allowed medicines in small quantities for personal use), alcoholic beverages over 60% ABV, weapons and ammunition, pyrotechnics, potatoes, mammals and exotic animals, birds, plants/plant fragments for cultivation.

Medical/phytosanitary requirements

The import of agricultural products is subject to special rules to prevent the spread of plant and animal diseases. Detailed information can be obtained from the Food Supervision Service.

Below is a list of products allowed to be imported. The list is not complete and is subject to change if necessary.

From EFTA countries, you can bring in your baggage meat/meat products, milk/dairy products, eggs and other food of animal origin intended for personal consumption. The possibility of importing such products from countries outside the EFTA area (including Svalbard and Jan Mayen Island) must be inquired in advance on a case-by-case basis.

The following fruits, berries, plants and plant fragments intended for personal use are allowed to be imported without a phytosanitary certificate:

up to 10 kg of fruits, berries and vegetables, with the exception of potatoes, up to 25 pcs. cut flowers, up to 3 kg of flower bulbs and tubers, up to 5 pcs. indoor plants from European countries, up to 50 bags of seeds.

Importation of animals

Importation of animals is regulated by special rules. Detailed information is available at www.mattilsynet.no. Dogs, cats and ferrets imported from EU countries (excluding Sweden) must have passports, identification labels, valid rabies vaccination certificates and blood tests (does not apply to ferrets). A week before and a week after crossing the border, dogs and cats must enter the approved.

Small rodents, caged birds and rabbits must have a valid import permit issued by the Food Control Service. This rule does not apply to small rodents owned by persons crossing the border between Norway and Sweden. See also the brochure Importing Pets.

Currency

The import of Norwegian and foreign banknotes and coins for a total amount of up to NOK 25,000 is allowed. Cash amounts exceeding the specified limit must be declared on a special form, which can be obtained from the Customs Service. There are no restrictions on traveler's checks.

Endangered Animals and Plants

In accordance with the Washington Convention (CITES) and national legislation, a ban is imposed on the import into the country of endangered animals and plants, as well as most products made from them. Such animals and plants are, for example, elephant, leopard, tiger, wolf, lynx, some species of crocodiles and snakes, a number of birds of prey, eggs of some bird species, as well as certain types of orchids and cacti.

More detailed information can be obtained from the Directorate of Natural Resources or the Customs Service.

Vehicles registered abroad

Auto use Vehicle registered abroad are regulated in Norway special rules. Very strict measures are applied to violators of these rules. See also the brochure "Using vehicles registered abroad in Norway".

Information Center of the Customs Service Phone +47 0 30 12

Customs Administration of the Northern Region

General information about the country

The area of ​​the country is 386,000 km. The population is 4.6 million people. The capital of the country is Oslo. The form of government is a constitutional monarchy (King - Harald V). Time in Norway is 2 hours behind Moscow time. The monetary unit is the Norwegian krone (1 krone is equal to 100 øre, the currency code is NOK, 1 EUR is approximately 8 NOK). The official language is Norwegian. Norway is a member of the Schengen Agreement. Major cities: Bergen, Stavanger, Trotheim, Lillehammer.

Phone country code: + 47

Passport control

To enter Norway you need to have a valid Schengen visa. If children are inscribed in your passport, then when they reach the age of six, their photograph must be pasted into the passport. Children under 18 traveling without parents must have a notarized exit permit issued to the accompanying person. When passing through passport control, you are also entitled to be asked to present a voucher for accommodation and a cash amount of 50 EUR per person for 1 day of stay in the country.

customs control

From Russia to Norway you can import duty-free: 2 liters of beer, 1 liter of spirits (up to 60 degrees) and 1 liter of wine (up to 22 degrees) or 2 liters of beer and 2 liters of wine (but without spirits), as well as 200 cigarettes. The carriage of spirits is allowed for persons over 20 years of age, and the carriage of beer, wine and tobacco products - for persons over 18 years of age. The import of meat, vegetables and dairy products is prohibited. No more than NOK 25,000 in cash can be brought into Norway without declaration.

Embassy of Russia in Norway

Address: Drammensveien 74, 0244 Oslo

Phone: +47-22-55-32-78; +47-22-44 -0608.

Fax: (+47) 22-55-0070.

Email: embassy: [email protected].

Emergency telephones

Police - 112.

Fire Department - 110.

Ambulance - 113.

Ambulance health care

All tourists traveling to Norway must have US$30,000 health insurance. Be sure to read the terms and conditions of insurance before you travel. In the event of an insured event, you must act in accordance with them. Before you see a doctor, call the number listed on your insurance policy. Employees of the insurance company will tell you which doctor to contact. In the case of self-referral to a doctor (without a preliminary call to the insurance company), the insurance company cannot guarantee payment of compensation for an insured event.

Hotels

Hotels in Norway do not have an official classification. All the "stars" that you see in the catalogs of travel agencies and on travel sites reflect the subjective assessment of their authors. Service in hotels of a good European level, the staff is very friendly, but somewhat slow. There are no porters in hotels; tourists must carry their own suitcases.

Smoking

In Norway, smoking is prohibited in absolutely all bars and restaurants, as well as in public transport and offices. Norway is the first state in the world where smoking is prohibited throughout the country. In addition, the sale of tobacco is heavily taxed.

Alcohol

Wine and spirits in Norway cannot be purchased in conventional stores and supermarkets. The monopoly on their sale belongs to specialized state-owned stores of the Vinmonopolet network, which are located in large settlements. The purchase of beer and wine is allowed for persons over 18 years of age, the purchase of spirits - for persons over 20 years of age.

Transport

Tourists arriving in Oslo are better off purchasing the Oslo Tourist Card (The Oslo Card), which provides free transport, concessions when visiting museums and discounts in restaurants and shops. Identical cards are sold in all major cities of the country. Strollers, skis and sleds are transported free of charge. You have to pay for the bike as an adult. A ticket for a dog is equal to the cost child ticket. After midnight, the night rate applies and the tickets are considered invalid.

Telephone

To call abroad from Norway, dial 00 followed by the country code (7 for calls to Russia) and the city code before the subscriber number. Payphones accept coins of 5, 10 and 20 crowns. Green machines work only with cards, red ones - with cards and for cash.

Banks

Banks are open from Monday to Friday: from 8:15 to 15:00, on Thursday - until 17:00. Some Postbank branches are open until 18:00 on weekdays, and until 14:00 on Saturdays. Commission: 30-35 CZK. Some banks do not charge a commission, but their exchange rate is lower.

Credit and debit cards

Eurocard, Visa, American Express, Diner's Club, etc. are accepted almost everywhere, but it's better to always have some cash with you.

The shops

Shops are usually open Monday to Friday from 9:00 (10:00) to 17:00. On Saturday, shops are open from 9:00 (10:00) to 15:00. Supermarkets on weekdays are open until 20:00, on Saturday - until 18:00. Many cities have a "long" Thursday when shops are open until 19:00.

Tips

Tipping is usually included in restaurants and hotels bills. But it is customary to give 5-10 kroons to the receptionist, doormen at the hotel and taxi drivers.

Tax free

If you live outside the European Union, you are eligible for a VAT refund on the purchased item. A Tax-Free check is issued for purchases of goods worth more than 308 kroons. When leaving the country, 11-18% of the purchase amount is returned if there is a check. Ask for a Global Refund Check. You receive the goods in a sealed package that must not be opened until an export permit has been obtained. The goods must be exported from the country within three months from the date of purchase. When leaving Norway or the last European Union country on your itinerary, present your passport, sealed goods and tax refund receipts.

Travel by car

The Norwegian road network has over 530 tunnels. Permissible speed: in residential areas - 30 km / h, in settlements - 50 km / h, on highways - 80-90 km / h. Headlights should always be on while driving, even on sunny days. There are almost no toll highways in the country, but there are many toll tunnels, bridges and ferry crossings. Some ferries make only 2-3 trips per day. Permissible rate alcohol in the blood - 0.2 ppm.

It is a traffic violation not only to speed and park in the wrong place, but also to talk on a mobile phone while driving ($210). In addition, in an intercity bus, the passenger must also wear a seat belt.

In Norway, wine and beer are not sold to persons under 18 years of age. Strong alcohol is released only to persons who have reached the age of 20.

Beer can be purchased in most stores, but only until 20.00 on weekdays and 18.00 on Saturdays. Wine, strong alcohol and fortified beer are sold in the stores of the state network Vinmonopolet (“Vinmonopule”), which are located in large cities and some smaller settlements.

Safety

We want you to come to Norway again and again. in the mountains, on the sea and on the roads.

Brochures

The Visit Norway website includes great amount information and is a replacement for printed brochures. Here you will find countless travel tips, information about destinations, and, tips about, as well as facts to help you navigate the country and.

The official app will tell you about travel service providers nearby when you arrive in Norway. You can also use this app as a pre-trip planner.

Download application:
iPhone: Visit Norway for iOS
Android: Visit Norway for Android

Visa to Norway

Tourists from Schengen countries do not need a passport and visa to enter Norway, but they must present a valid ID. It is advisable to have an EU citizen's card or passport with you.

Citizens of certain non-EU/EEA countries require a tourist visa. Check if you need a visa at udi.no.

citizens Russian Federation to enter Norway, they must have a valid Schengen visa. . Before the trip, you must take out medical insurance for those traveling abroad.

The rules for entering the islands of the Svalbard archipelago and staying there are different from the rules that apply directly to mainland Norway. The Schengen Agreement does not apply to the territory of Svalbard. A visa is not required to visit Svalbard, however, since most transport links with Svalbard somehow involve crossing Norway, some tourists need to apply for a visa to transit through Norway to Svalbard. .

European health insurance is not valid in the territory. For this reason, we strongly recommend taking out travel insurance before traveling to Svalbard.

Public holidays

Norway has the following public holidays: New Year(January 1), Labor Day (May 1), (May 17), (December 25-26). Holidays with a movable date: Easter, Ascension of the Lord, the Day of the Holy Trinity and the Day of the Holy Spirit.

On public holidays, most shops are closed and public transport operates on a reduced schedule. Many restaurants and bars are open except for Christmas and New Years. Many museums are open on Sundays and public holidays, but are usually closed on Mondays.

For travelers with disabilities

Everything is possible in Norway, but it is better to plan your trip in advance. Most companies make every effort to ensure the comfort of travelers with disabilities. The main thing is to warn them in advance. .

Pets

Before traveling, please carefully read the rules for importing animals published by the Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet).

Dogs, cats and domestic ferrets from all EU countries must have a pet passport and ID. All animals, except those imported from Sweden, must be vaccinated against rabies, and the vaccination must be valid. In addition, animals imported from most EU countries must undergo deworming treatment at the latest - 2 hours before entry, and at the earliest - 120 hours. Small rodents, caged birds and rabbits may only be imported with a valid import permit issued by the Norwegian food products. Certain breeds of dogs are prohibited in Norway. Thanks to strict enforcement of regulations, Norway remains one of the few countries where there are no cases of rabies infection.

For non-EU countries, there are a number of additional rules. If you cannot find the information you need on the Norwegian Food Safety Authority website, please contact the Norwegian Embassy or Consulate in your country.

For dogs, cats and ferrets imported from the Russian Federation, the same requirements apply as above, however, in the absence of a European passport for the animal, a veterinary certificate and vaccination card certified by a specialist must be issued.

At the border control, all animals are examined by a veterinarian. The upcoming arrival must be reported to the Norwegian Food Safety Authority at least 48 hours in advance. If the animal has been imported into the EU through another country and has passed the necessary checks, it is treated as a European pet and can be imported into Norway without prior notification to the Agency.

Drones (unmanned aerial vehicles)

Drones and other similar remotely controlled flying objects must be at least 150 meters away from people, vehicles and buildings not related to the drone operator. Flights are allowed only during the daytime, and the distance to the surface of the earth and water should be no more than 120 meters. If the operator of the apparatus does not have a special permit, the distance to the nearest airport must be at least 5 kilometers. The unmanned aerial object must remain in the field of view of the operator at all times, who is prohibited from operating the drone while intoxicated.

On such flights, the operator must respect people, birds, private property, public places and tourist attractions such as viewing platforms. Please check with your place of residence if there are any additional restrictions, as well as military or other restricted areas where the activities described above are prohibited by law. Read more about the use of unmanned aerial vehicles on the website of the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority.

Foreign languages

Most Norwegians, especially young people, speak English at a level sufficient to communicate. Many have also studied German, French and Spanish in the past, but the level of language proficiency varies greatly.

Internet

In most cities, Internet access is good - via mobile data or wi-fi, in cafes and other public places. In sparsely populated areas, mobile internet coverage is very uneven.

Most hotels offer free internet access in the rooms. But the availability of the Internet is critical for you, it is better to clarify this point before booking. Many buses and trains have free wi-fi on board, but registration is usually required and speed is limited.

Smoking

Indoor smoking is prohibited in most public places. The ban applies to hotels, bars, restaurants and other establishments serving food and drinks.

Tobacco products can be purchased in Norway by persons over the age of 18.

By car

Norway is the longest country in Europe and the journey from Kristiansand in the south to Hammerfest in the north will take you about 30 hours. Routes E are the main highways connecting cities and regions. .

The beauty of nature surrounding 18 becomes especially expressive thanks to art objects and masterpieces of architecture, allowing you to look at nature with a new, fresh look.

Cloth

Norwegian weather is very changeable, so it's wise to bring items of clothing that can be worn together, in layers. By removing or putting on an extra layer, you can easily adjust the level of warmth. Be sure to bring a warm sweater, a waterproof jacket and/or an umbrella, comfortable walking shoes or sneakers.

If you are visiting Norway in winter, you will need warm outerwear, a scarf, gloves and warm shoes.

In spring and autumn, waterproof trousers and boots may come in handy.

In summer, such serious equipment is not required, but remember that summer evenings and nights, especially in the mountains, can be quite cool.

Daylight Saving Time

Go to summer time always takes place on the last Saturday in March. The clocks are reset on the last Sunday in October.

In summer, time is moved forward one hour to move one light hour from morning to evening.

Drinking water

Tap water in Norway is safe to drink and tastes great. So there is no point in buying bottled water.

Running water in Norwegian forest and mountain streams is also quite clean and drinkable, but try not to drink water flowing through pastures and melt water from glaciers - it may contain microorganisms harmful to humans.

Toll roads

There are many toll roads in Norway, but most of them are inexpensive and you don't have to stop to pay.

Right of access to nature

In Norway, everyone has an unrestricted right to access nature, and this also applies to national parks.

Customs regulations

You have the right to freely, without the need for customs declaration, to import into Norway the following goods, the total value of which does not exceed NOK 6,000 (keep in mind that import quotas from EU countries differ):

• Limited number of alcoholic and tobacco products
• From the EU / EEC countries it is allowed to import meat, meat products, cheeses and foodstuffs, with the exception of dog and cat food, with a total weight of up to 10 kilograms. The import of meat, milk, meat and dairy products from countries outside the EU/EEA is prohibited.
• Norwegian kroner and foreign currency in the form of banknotes and coins for a total amount of up to NOK 25,000.

The following goods are prohibited from being imported without special permission:

• Medicines, narcotic and poisonous substances (it is allowed to import medicines into small quantities for personal use)
• Alcoholic drinks with a strength of over 60%
• Weapons and ammunition
• fireworks
• Potato
• Mammals, birds, exotic animals
• Plants and their parts intended for breeding

For more information on import and customs clearance in Norway, please contact Norwegian Customs.

Phone calls

To call abroad, dial "00" followed by the 2- or 3-digit country code followed by the phone number.

On most mobile phones, you can dial "+" instead of "00".

If you call home from mobile phone, it will be most advantageous to purchase a local SIM card.

Timezone

Norway uses Central European Time (CET) and is ahead of Coordinated Universal Time by one hour, that is, it belongs to the UTC + 1 zone.

Luggage storage

Luggage lockers are available at the luggage storage at Oslo Central Station. You can store luggage here for as long as you need, but the station is closed between 01:10 and 04:30 and you will not have access to the locker. Luggage storage services can be paid in cash or by Visa and Mastercard.

Emergency phone numbers

• 110 - Fire Department
• 112 - Police
• 113 - Ambulance
• 120 - Rescuers at sea
• 22 59 13 00 - Poison Care Center
• 1412 TDD (Hearing and Deaf Text Phone)

Electricity

Norway uses the 220 V (50 Hz) standard.

Standard European sockets are used.

So you can be sure that your consumption is environmentally friendly.

When entering Norway

In the event that you bring goods or cash into Norway in excess of the established limits, you must declare them by contacting a Customs officer. Providing the Customs with false information is punishable by law.

"Red" or "green" corridor? Most checkpoints have so-called "red" and "green" corridors. By choosing the red channel, you declare that you are carrying goods subject to customs duties and taxes or goods for which a special permit is required, By choosing the green channel, you declare that you are importing only goods that are not subject to customs duties and taxes, and also that you do not have with you goods for the import of which a special permit is required.

If you have any doubts, choose the red channel and contact the Customs Service for clarification.

You can choose the green channel only if you carry goods that are not subject to customs duties and excise duties, within the allowable quotas and value restrictions, and subject to following conditions: if the goods are intended for personal use or gifts to individuals, and not for sale or commercial use, if you yourself import these goods into hand luggage or in your luggage and you can present them yourself when passing customs control. Goods sent, for example, as unaccompanied baggage, cannot be exported without paying customs duties and excise duties. The exceptions are cases when the baggage was received by you during the customs control. If the baggage is delayed and will be delivered to passengers later, you should choose the red corridor and inform about what is in your hand luggage and what exactly is checked in. Customs officers have the right to carry out personal searches, as well as searches of luggage and vehicles. It is your responsibility to unpack and pack the pieces of baggage to be checked and answer questions asked by Customs officials.

Rules for exemption from payment of customs duties and excise duties.

If you have been outside Norway for more than 24 hours, you are entitled to import goods worth up to NOK 6,000 without paying customs duties and excise duties. If you have been outside Norway for less than 24 hours, you are entitled to a single importation of goods up to NOK 3,000 without paying customs duties and excise duties. The importation of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products, unless you can document that these goods were purchased excise duty-free (not in duty-free shops) in the countries of the European Economic Area. Children under 12 years of age are not entitled to duty-free import of any food, except soft drinks, chocolate and sweets.

Within the established limits of NOK 6,000/3,000. You have the right to import duty-free the following goods (Attention! Please note the restrictions listed above for stays outside the country of less than 24 hours):

Alcoholic drinks 1 l. alcoholic beverages with a strength of more than 22 vol.% and up to 60 vol.% inclusive, as well as 1.5 liters of alcoholic beverages with a strength of more than 2.5 vol. % and up to 22 vol.% inclusive or 3 liters of alcoholic beverages with a strength of more than 2.5 vol.% and up to 22 vol.% inclusive.

2 liters of beer with a strength of more than 2.5 vol.% or other drinks with a strength of more than 2.5 vol.% and up to 4.75 vol.% inclusive. This means that you can bring in 5 liters of beer, provided that you do not have any other alcoholic beverages with you. Persons over 18 years of age have the right to import alcoholic beverages. The import of alcohol with a strength of more than 22 vol.% is allowed only for persons over 20 years of age.

Tobacco products

200 cigarettes or 250g of other tobacco products, plus up to 200 sheets of cigarette paper. The import of tobacco products is allowed for persons over 18 years of age.

Currency

The import of Norwegian and foreign banknotes and coins for a total amount of up to NOK 25,000 is allowed. Amounts exceeding the specified limit must be declared on a special form of the Customs Service. There are no restrictions on the import and export of traveler's checks.

When leaving Norway

Export Confirmation of Valuable Items (Legitimasjonsbevis)

Items that you took with you abroad when you left Norway can be brought back without paying customs duties and fees. When entering the country, you may be required to provide documentary evidence that these items were previously exported from Norway. To do this, you can contact the Customs Service before leaving and ask to issue a special document (Legitimasjonsbevis), which contains the data of all valuable items you are exporting: for example, binoculars, photo and video equipment, a computer and others. The same document can be used at subsequent border crossings if you export and import back the same items.

Currency

When leaving Norway, you can carry Norwegian and foreign banknotes and coins with a total value of up to NOK 25,000. To export larger amounts, you must fill out a special declaration on the form of the Customs Service. The completed declaration is handed over to the Customs officers when leaving the country. There are no restrictions on the import and export of traveler's checks.

Export quotas for fish and fish products It is not allowed to export from Norway more than 15 kg of fish or fish products per person. The export quota refers to catches from sport fishing in Norwegian marine territorial waters. This quota does not apply to freshwater species fish, as well as salmon, trout and char. In excess of the amount determined by the quota, the export of one big fish(fishing trophy) For more information, please contact the Ministry of Fisheries and Coastal Administration

Antiques and cultural heritage

Antiques and antiques of artistic, cultural and historical value are not subject to export from the country without special permission. For more information, please contact the National Center for the Development of Archives, Libraries and Museums (ABM-utvikling)