Goods with import restrictions
Before importing any goods, you must check whether they are subject to restrictions or prohibitions.
If the goods are subject to restrictions you might have to apply for a permit before importation, or special conditions may apply to the import of the goods.
There may also be restrictions in the exporting country, such as the requirement to have an export permit. If you are unsure whether restrictions apply to the goods in the country of export, contact the seller or the authorities in the country of exportation.
Goods that do not have the necessary permits, approvals, or labels may be withheld by Norwegian Customs and, ultimately, be seized and destroyed.
If you cannot find the goods you wish to import in the list below and are unsure if restrictions apply, contact Norwegian Customs by calling +47 22 86 03 12.
| Restricted goods | Competent authority |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | Norwegian Tax Administration and Norwegian Directorate of Health |
| Tobacco | Norwegian Tax Administration and Norwegian Directorate of Health |
| Foodstuffs, plants, seeds, animals | Norwegian Tax Administration and Norwegian Food Safety Authority |
| Endangered animal and plant species (CITES goods) | Norwegian Environment Agency |
| Medicines | Norwegian Medicines Agency |
| Waste | Norwegian Environment Agency |
| Explosives, fireworks and hazardous substances | Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning |
| Weapons, weapons parts, and ammunition | Norwegian Police |
| Cultural monuments, antiques | Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage / Norwegian Ministry of Culture |
Updated: 18/11/2024