🇳🇴 Import Customs & Duties: Norway
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$0
Duty applies from $0
VAT / Sales Tax
25%
CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 15% for food and non-alcoholic beverages. Reduced 12% for public transport, cinema, sports events, accommodation.
Clearance Time
1-3 days
typical processing
Note: Not EU; separate customs rules
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0% (smartphones 0%, laptops 0%, TVs 0%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 5.6-10.7% (knitted shirts 10.7%, woven jackets 10.7%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 0-30% (leather shoes 5%, rubber boots 20-30%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-388% (meat up to 344%, dairy up to 388%, rice 2.56 NOK/kg) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0% (industrial machinery 0%, tools 0%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 0-5% (perfumes 0%, skincare 0%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 0-5% (video games 0%, outdoor toys 3.7%) | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
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Customs Clearance Process
Tollvesenet (Norwegian Customs/Tolletaten) uses TVINN electronic declaration system. Norway is EEA/EFTA member but NOT in EU customs union, has its own tariff schedule. All imports taxed from first krone (low de minimis NOK 350). Posten Norge handles postal customs automatically and charges NOK 175 handling fee. VOEC scheme requires foreign online stores to collect Norwegian VAT at point of sale.
What to Actually Expect
Very efficient but very LOW de minimis. Almost everything gets taxed from first krone. Posten Norge charges NOK 175 handling fee on top of duties and VAT for postal parcels. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) avoid this postal handling fee, use them instead. Budget extra 25% for VAT + handling on all imports. Agricultural tariffs are among the highest in the world.
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
Required for: alcohol (Vinmonopolet state monopoly on retail), tobacco, weapons, certain agricultural products (Norway heavily protects domestic agriculture with tariffs up to 388% on dairy/meat). Mattilsynet (Norwegian Food Safety Authority) controls food imports.
Certificate of Origin
Issued by NHO (Naeringslivets Hovedorganisasjon, Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise). EUR.1 for EEA/EFTA preferential trade. Certificates for bilateral FTAs (e.g., Norway-Turkey, EFTA-Canada).
Learn more →Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Norway:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $2 | $13 | $14 |
| $100 | $3 | $26 | $29 |
| $200 | $6 | $52 | $58 |
| $500 | $15 | $129 | $144 |
| $1000 | $30 | $258 | $288 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
Popular routes to Norway
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Norway?
Norway has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Norway?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Norway is 25%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 15% for food and non-alcoholic beverages. Reduced 12% for public transport, cinema, sports events, accommodation.
How long does customs clearance take in Norway?
Typical customs clearance in Norway takes 1-3 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Norway?
To import into Norway, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Norway?
Norway prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.